U.S. Army First Aid Manual by Department of the Army

Author:Department of the Army
Language: eng
Format: epub, azw3
Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing, Inc.
Published: 2011-10-24T16:00:00+00:00

CAUTION

Hypothermia is a MEDICAL EMERGENCY! Prompt medical treatment is necessary. Casualties with hypothermic complications should be transported to a medical treatment facility immediately.

CAUTION

The casualty is unable to generate his own body heat. Therefore, merely placing him in a blanket or sleeping bag is not sufficient.

Prevention. Prevention of hypothermia consists of all actions that will avoid rapid and uncontrollable loss of body heat. Individuals should be properly equipped and properly dressed (as appropriate for conditions and exposure). Proper diet, sufficient rest, and general principles apply. Ice thickness must be tested before river or lake crossings. Anyone departing a fixed base by aircraft, ground vehicle, or foot must carry sufficient protective clothing and food reserves to survive during unexpected weather changes or other unforeseen emergencies. Traveling alone is never safe. Expected itinerary and arrival time should be left with responsible parties before any departure in severe weather. Anyone living in cold regions should learn how to build expedient shelters from available materials including snow.

e. Table. See Table 5-2 for further information.

Table 5-2. Cold and Wet Injuries (081-831-1009)

INJURIES SIGNS/SYMPTOMS FIRST AID

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