Canadian Ski PatrolOn-hill reference
2022

Heat stroke

Chapter 17, p. 297

Signs listed in the manual

rapid onset of the condition

Chapter 17, p. 297

hot, dry, flushed skin

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full, rapid pulse initially. May become irregular or decrease progressively

Chapter 17, p. 297

deep respirations initially, becoming progressively more shallow

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muscle twitching or convulsions

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dilated pupils

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very high body temperature (above 40 C)

Chapter 17, p. 297

progressive decrease in the level of consciousness, leading to unresponsiveness and death

Chapter 17, p. 297
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