S/S of Medical Emergencies

Mild Hypothermia Symptoms

Shivering, Rapid pulse and respirations, Slight ALOC

Note: Internal Body Temp 90-95F*

Moderate Hypothermia Symptoms

Loss of coordination, Muscle Stiffness, Coma

Note: Internal Body Temp 82-90F*

Severe Hypothermia Symptoms

“Apparent” Death, Cardiac Arrest, Unresponsive

Note: Internal Body Tempt <82F*
Note 2: Never assume a severe hypothermic patient is dead, they may recover.

Immersion (Trench) Foot

Occurs during prolonged exposure to water. Causes loss of feeling, paleness, and can lead to Frostbite

Frostbite

Skin feels waxy, leathery or hard, inflamed or cyanotic

Hypovolemic Shock

ALOC, Tachycardia, Weakness, Dizziness, fainting, thirst, cold and clammy skin, shallow and rapid breathing, thready pulse, decreasing blood pressure

Evisceration

Cover the wound with sterile gauze moistened with sterile saline solution, then secure it with an occlusive dressing.