With the onset of summer all pulls to relax on the sea,to soak up the hot sand to get a beautiful and even tan. But such gentle, at first glance, the sun's rays are very dangerous, especially for children. Is it permissible for babies to stay in open space for a long time in the midday heat? Or is it better to wait a bit in the shade, taking cool baths? How to behave if the child is overheated in the sun? What to do in such situations for the provision of quick first aid? This will be discussed in the article.
How to determine that the child is overheated in the sun?
Первым тревожным симптомом является прекращение sweating baby. Due to the low content of fluid in the body, heat transfer processes are disturbed and the temperature rises. The face turns red, breathing quickens and shortness of breath appears. The child complains of nausea, blackening of the eyes and dizziness. Seizures, vomiting and even loss of consciousness may occur. The lips turn blue, the pulse becomes filiform with palpitations. All of these symptoms should be very alert parents. It is very important not to get lost if the child is overheated in the sun. What to do and how not to panic? It is important to quickly take the steps indicated below. The health of the baby depends on how timely the first aid is provided before the examination by the doctor.
How to act quickly if the child is overheated in the sun? What to do first?
- As soon as possible, undress the victim anddeliver it to a cooler place. At least take him out from under the scorching rays into the shade, where he will be blown by the fresh breeze. The best option is an air-conditioned room. You can also immerse the baby for a while in a slightly cool bath to the waist. In no case can not pour cold water. A sudden change in temperature can only worsen the condition.
- Position the patient in a horizontal position.and start rubbing the body off. It is possible to put ice or cooling dressings on the head, in the armpits and elbow joints area (for example, a hypothermic package from a car kit).
- Provide the child with abundant drinking. Regular water is often replaced with a weak salt solution (one incomplete teaspoon is taken for one liter). Do not interfere with taking a few drops of valerian.
- In case of aggravated symptoms, accompanied by breathing disorder with possible loss of consciousness, bring a cotton wool dipped in liquid ammonia to the nose of the baby.
Do I need to call a doctor if the child is overheated in the sun? What to do at elevated body temperature?
Even in mild cases, the child’s examination by a pediatrician is notwill hurt. Indeed, at first glance, it is impossible to immediately determine how serious the consequences of overheating are. In addition, repeated symptoms often occur two to three hours after the child has overheated in the sun. Body temperature for several days in a row may be elevated. This is due to the violation of the processes of heat transfer and thermoregulation. In severe cases (especially for children) it is better to take measures to combat the general dehydration of the body in the hospital by administering saline. The child should definitely be some time after receiving a sunstroke under the supervision of doctors.
