Condition
Heat Exhaustion
A one-page care plan for patients with Heat Exhaustion, covering Purpose, Prevention & Protection, Education & Expectations, Nutrition & Next Steps, Consistency, Indications and Lifestyle & Long-Term Success.
In this plan
Purpose, Prevention & Protection
- I stop activity at once and move to an air-conditioned or shaded place.
- I sit or lie down, loosen extra clothing, and cool my skin with wet cloths or cool water.
- I sip cool water if I am fully awake, can swallow, and am not vomiting.
- I ask someone to stay with me while I cool down and watch for worsening signs.
Education & Expectations
4 points, for partners
Nutrition & Next Steps
4 points, for partners
Consistency
4 points, for partners
Indications
4 points, for partners
Lifestyle & Long-Term Success
4 points, for partners
When to call the office and when to call 911: for partners
See the full plan
Heat Exhaustion is one of the plans included with a partnership. Partners read every plan in full, and print any of them for a patient.