Winter Challenge

Hypothermia

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• Hypothermia can happen when the body temperature s below 35°C.
• A person with hypothermia may not be aware of their need for medical attention.
• A body temperature below 32°C is life threatening.

How is Hypothermia Prevented

• Dress warmly in layers (Warm coat, snow boats, snow pants).
• Stay dry (Wetness makes your body temperature go down rapidly).
• get out of the cold as soon as you can if you start feeling cold.

How is Hypothermia Treated

• Remove wet clothing.
• Do not use direct heat; use warm blankets, towels.
• If the person appears dead, CPR should be given whilst the person is being warmed - never assume the person is dead!

Fire Building

• If your in snow lay down rocks were your going to build your fire.
• Start of with making a teepee shape.
• Make some tinder by scraping off thin pieces of dry wood.
• Place the tinder under the teepee shape and light your fire.

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