Winter Medical Emergencies

Hypothermia|Winter Weather - Centers for Disease …

https://www.cdc.gov/disasters/winter/staysafe/hypothermia.html

The following are warnings signs of hypothermia: Adults: Shivering Exhaustion or feeling very tired Confusion Fumbling hands Memory loss Slurred speech Drowsiness Babies: bright red, cold skin very low energy Infographic: Avoid Spot, Treat – Frostbite and …

Hypothermia - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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Winter Weather|CDC - Centers for Disease …

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Stay Informed. and healthy during winter. During extremely cold weather, staying warm and safe can be a challenge. Learn how to prepare for winter storms, prevent cold …

Winter Weather Emergencies: MedlinePlus

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Winter storms can bring extreme cold, freezing rain, snow, ice, and high winds. Staying safe and warm can be a challenge. You may have to cope with problems …

Hypothermia and Frostbite | Winter Storm Safety | Red …

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Frostbite and hypothermia are cold-related emergencies that may quickly become life or limb threatening. Take these steps to avoid frostbite and hypothermia: Be aware of the …

Winter Storm Preparedness & Blizzard Safety | Red Cross

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Winter storms can bring extreme cold, freezing rain, sleet, heavy snowfall, ice, and high winds. These storms can cause transportation, heat, power, and communication …

5 Common Winter Medical Emergencies and How To …

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1. Slip-and-fall accidents “Icy surfaces can make you more vulnerable to slipping and falling,” said Michael Holwell, D.O., physician at Inspira Urgent Care East …

In-flight Medical Emergencies | AAFP

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Twenty-four to 130 in-flight medical emergencies are estimated to occur per 1 million passengers; however, there is no internationally agreed-upon recording or …

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Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office

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Medical emergency prevention Development of an action plan; Recognizing a patient’s distress and management of medical emergencies; Emergency drugs and equipment; …