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Describe symptoms of heat stroke. What are some first aid approaches for it?

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Heat stroke symptoms include high fever and headache, among others. First aid approaches include moving the person to a cooler area and providing fluids.

Step-by-step explanation:

Symptoms of heat stroke include high fever, headache, body aches, nausea and vomiting, and a petechial rash.

It can also lead to potentially fatal hypotension and ischemia due to blood coagulation.

First aid approaches for heat stroke include:

  • Moving the person to a cooler area
  • Applying cool water or ice packs to the person's body
  • Providing fluids, preferably water, to rehydrate the person
  • Seeking immediate medical help
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