Beat the heat: Identification and Tx of heat-related illness

J Fam Pract. 2018 Aug;67(8):468-472.

Abstract

The prompt identification and treatment of heat-related illnesses and expedited transport to a higher level of care can be lifesaving. This article serves as a go-to guide.

MeSH terms

  • Cryotherapy / standards*
  • Fluid Therapy / methods
  • Fluid Therapy / standards*
  • Heat Exhaustion / diagnosis
  • Heat Exhaustion / therapy*
  • Heat Stroke / diagnosis
  • Heat Stroke / therapy*
  • Hot Temperature / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Isotonic Solutions / administration & dosage*
  • Practice Guidelines as Topic*

Substances

  • Isotonic Solutions