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Calculated Shard: 176 (from laksa119)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa176.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical, ml_categories_json AS ml_categories_json, ml_types_json AS ml_types_json, ml_intent_types_json AS ml_intent_types_json, meta_language AS meta_language, attrs_author AS attrs_author, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(attrs_publish_time), 0) AS attrs_publish_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(attrs_original_publish_time), 0) AS attrs_original_publish_time, ifNull(attrs_is_republished, 0) AS attrs_is_republished, ifNull(attrs_nr_words, 0) AS attrs_nr_words, ifNull(attrs_boilerpipe_nr_words, 0) AS attrs_boilerpipe_nr_words, ifNull(body_ext_links_number, 0) AS body_ext_links_number, ifNull(body_int_links_number, 0) AS body_int_links_number, ifNull(meta_nofollow, 0) AS meta_nofollow, ifNull(meta_noarchive, 0) AS meta_noarchive, ifNull(props_was_rendered, 0) AS props_was_rendered, ifNull(src_redirect, \'\') AS src_redirect, ifNull(download_time_msec, 0) AS download_time_msec, ifNull(download_ttfb_msec, 0) AS download_ttfb_msec, ifNull(download_size, 0) AS download_size FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/news/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/news/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention\/","crawl_time":1776849756,"first_indexed_time":1653311387,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"au,com,vitalfirstaid!\/news\/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention\/ s443","src_root_hash":"5977132603554131176","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"First Aid for Hypothermia: Treatment and Prevention | Vital First Aid Training Services","meta_descriptions":["Many people find themselves becoming hypothermic because of a lack of awareness. Read on to learn how to treat and prevent hypothermia."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Quick facts:\nHypothermia occurs when\nthe\nbody temperature falls below 35°C\n, which is lower than the normal human body temperature of approximately 37°C.\nIf the temperature d\nrops below 32°C, hypothermia becomes extremely dangerous and life-threatening\n.\nHypothermia can result from extended exposure to temperatures under 10°C\nor prolonged immersion in water below 20°C. In colder or windier conditions, it can occur more quickly. Certain medical conditions can increase the risk of hypothermia.\nFor immediate first aid treatment for Hypothermia, follow these steps:\nRelocate the individual to a warm, dry place.\nShield them from the cold if they can’t move.\nUse blankets or insulated materials to warm them.\nElevate them if the ground is cold or wet.\nOffer warm, non-alcoholic beverages if they’re conscious.\nApply dry, warm compresses (e.g., a heated water bottle or towels).\nShare body heat by huddling together. (If appropriate)\nRead on to learn more about Hypothermia, and how to prevent and manage it.\nExplore this blog:\nWhat is Hypothermia?\nWhat are the Symptoms of Hypothermia?\nCommon Situations Where People Become Hypothermic\nWho is Susceptible to Hypothermia?\nHow to Prevent Hypothermia\nHow to Treat Hypothermia\nCommon Mistakes\nWhen you think of hypothermia, you probably envision mountain climbers trapped on an icy slope, or Jack clinging to a piece of wood in the\nTitanic.\nUnfortunately, the conditions that lead to hypothermia don’t have to be so dramatic. \nEven during relatively mild Australian winters, many people find themselves becoming hypothermic because of a lack of awareness. Read on to learn how to treat and prevent hypothermia. \nWhat is Hypothermia?\nHypothermia is a condition caused by a person’s body losing heat faster than it can replenish it. A person’s optimal body temperature is 37°C. When it drops below 35°C, the onset of hypothermia begins. \nIf their temperature falls below 32°C hypothermia can be lethal. \nWhat are the Symptoms of Hypothermia?\nOne of the main reasons hypothermia is so dangerous is because its symptoms develop slowly. Sufferers may experience some or all of the symptoms, and in varying severities. This makes it difficult for affected people to recognise the symptoms together as part of a worsening condition. \nThe following symptoms are listed approximately in order of progression:\nExcessive shivering and teeth chattering\nLoss of coordination and fine motor functions\nSlurred speech\nLethargy\nConfused, incoherent thought processing and decision making\nDifficulty taking deep breaths\nLoss of consciousness\nWeak pulse\nIf untreated, a strong possibility of death\n*Even if a sufferer of severe hypothermia survives, complications like frostbite and gangrene can occur, and symptoms can begin to present during the hypothermic stage\nDue to the disorientating effects of hypothermia, it is important to note that even though these symptoms are severe, the sufferer may not be aware that they are experiencing them. Even if they are, they may be incapable of understanding the gravity of the situation.\nParadoxical Undressing\nHypothermia is infamous for an unusual phenomenon called paradoxical undressing. In many advanced hypothermia cases, affected people will remove their clothes. This makes them colder and worsens their condition – hence the paradox.\nThis is because the body uses muscle contraction to draw blood away from the extremities towards the core, but eventually these muscles fail and the blood suddenly flows back to the extremities, making the sufferer feel a hot flush. \nIn their disorientated state, this can make them strip their clothing to ‘cool down’ and exacerbate their bodily temperature loss.\nCommon Situations Where People Become Hypothermic\nYou’d be forgiven for thinking that hypothermia is only a threat in snowy conditions. But the temperatures that can cause hypothermia aren’t as low as you might expect.\nA person with prolonged exposure to just 10°C or less on land, or just 20°C or less in water, can suffer hypothermia. For context, even in Australia, night-time winter temperatures will routinely drop below 10°C. During the day water temperatures also commonly drop below 20°C.\nContributing factors are people being underdressed for the conditions, or weather conditions like rain or wind. This is why hypothermia can be so deadly – people don’t associate it with an Australian climate, and therefore find themselves unprepared and at risk.  \nWho is Susceptible to Hypothermia?\nIn short, no matter how fit, healthy or young they are, anybody can be affected by hypothermia. With that said, some people are more at risk than others. People with a heightened susceptibility include:\nAnyone\nwho is wet in cold conditions\nElderly people\nInfants\nHomeless people – or anyone who spends extended periods of time outdoors without shelter\nMentally or physically impaired people who may not recognise, or be able to avoid, situations where they are at risk\nPeople with reduced circulation\nDiabetics\nPeople with underlying infections\nPeople with a low body mass\nExhausted or fatigued people\nAlcohol\nAlcohol makes blood vessels expand. This is why people often feel warm when they drink. The issue is, while the increased blood flow to their extremities makes them feel warm, it also makes them more susceptible to the cold because heat loss is most prevalent in the extremities.\nAlcohol also causes mental and physical impairment. Combined with the disorientating effects of hypothermia itself, alcohol is one of the single greatest risk factors for hypothermia. \nHow to Prevent Hypothermia\nWhile treating hypothermia is important, prevention is even better. You can prevent hypothermia by ensuring that you:\nWear suitable clothes for the conditions\nGet dry as soon as possible if your clothes become wet\nAvoid becoming exhausted in cold conditions\nDon’t stay immersed in cold water for long periods\nAvoid using substances like alcohol that can impair you if you are in cold conditions\nIf you are going to a remote area, tell people where you are in case you become stranded\nAlways remember, hypothermia is brought on by body temperature loss, not just the weather. A snowboarder wearing appropriate thermal protective gear could be less at risk than a surfer who goes out on a winter day without a wetsuit. \nHypothermia is situational and can happen to anyone. If you are shivering excessively, no matter where you are or how healthy you feel, warm yourself up.\nHow to Treat Hypothermia\nTo download this resource, click here.\nFirst and foremost, if someone is displaying symptoms of hypothermia – call 000 and request an ambulance! \nIf you aren’t in a position to call one, or you need to provide first aid until it arrives, your most important focus should be on providing warmth. \nYou can do this by:\nMoving the person to a warm and dry area\nIf the person is immobilised, do your best to shelter them from the cold\nUse blankets or other thermally resistant items to warm them up\nElevate them if the ground is cold or wet\nIf the affected person is conscious, offer warm, non-alcoholic drinks\nApply dry, warm compresses, like a water bottle or warmed towels  \nIf appropriate, partially or fully undress and huddle with the affected person to share body heat\nCPR\nIf a person is unconscious with a reduced pulse and body temperature, don’t assume that they are deceased. Perform CPR until emergency services arrive to make an informed, official pronouncement of death. \nRead more about how to provide life-saving CPR.\nIt’s also worth noting that it can be common for people to have suffered an injury that has immobilised them, leading to hypothermia. If this is the case, you may need to treat additional injuries. \nRead more about common winter injuries and how to treat them. \nCommon Mistakes\nWhen providing first aid for hypothermia, there are some common misconceptions that can hurt or even kill the suffering person.\nDon’t Apply Extreme Heat\nWhile your first instinct may be to immerse the person in hot water or put them right up against a heater, this is actually a bad idea. Extreme heat will damage the person’s skin, or even burn them. \nFurthermore, if their hypothermia is advanced enough, the sudden presence of heat can be such a shock to their  system that could cause their heart to stop or beat irregularly. \nDon’t Apply Compresses to Extremities\nWhen applying compresses, only focus on the torso, from the neck to the groin. The sufferer may complain that their extremities are cold, and they aren’t wrong. The problem is, if you compress them it will force cold blood to return to the core of the body. This will actually lower their core temperature even further and risk death.\nBy warming the torso instead, you will increase their core temperature, and therefore their extremities as a result. \nDon’t Rub Extremities\nA common technique seen in film is someone rubbing the freezing limbs of a person suffering from hypothermia. The problem is these films are leaving out an important detail. In advanced stages of hypothermia, simple movement or contact  in the extremities becomes painful, including rubbing.\nAlso, movement naturally makes the body pump more blood. A cardiac system that has been operating at a reduced capacity while hypothermic can arrest with sudden movements. \nNot only could it cause pain or complications, but rubbing as a warming technique just isn’t very effective. You can only rub an area the size of your hands, and it won’t take long for you to become tired. A compress is more effective and requires less energy.\nVital First Aid\nNow you are aware of the prevention and treatment measures available to deal with hypothermia. Unfortunately, when confronted with an emergency situation, it’s natural to forget key information. \nFor a firmer grasp, have you considered a first aid course? Vital First Aid is a Registered Training Organisation dedicated to providing quality, realistic training.\nBy undertaking a Vital First Aid course, you can feel more confident in your knowledge and capabilities.\nBeing an accredited first aid provider will also give you the confidence to\ndeal with a range of medical issues\n, not just hypothermia. \nFor more information about first aid courses, see our website. \nTo enrol, click here. \nResources\nNSW Health page on hypothermia:\nhttps:\/\/www.health.nsw.gov.au\/environment\/factsheets\/Pages\/hypothermia.aspx","attrs_markdown":"[Skip to content](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention\/#content \"Skip to content\")\n\n## Our office is currently without power. 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In colder or windier conditions, it can occur more quickly. Certain medical conditions can increase the risk of hypothermia.\n\n**For immediate first aid treatment for Hypothermia, follow these steps:**\n\n1. Relocate the individual to a warm, dry place.\n2. Shield them from the cold if they can’t move.\n3. Use blankets or insulated materials to warm them.\n4. Elevate them if the ground is cold or wet.\n5. Offer warm, non-alcoholic beverages if they’re conscious.\n6. Apply dry, warm compresses (e.g., a heated water bottle or towels).\n7. Share body heat by huddling together. (If appropriate)\n\n**Read on to learn more about Hypothermia, and how to prevent and manage it.**\n\nExplore this blog:\n\n- [What is Hypothermia?](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention\/#what-is-hypothermia)\n- [What are the Symptoms of Hypothermia?](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention\/#Symptoms-of-Hypothermia)\n- [Common Situations Where People Become Hypothermic](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention\/#Common-Situations-Hypothermic)\n- [Who is Susceptible to Hypothermia?](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention\/#Susceptible-to-Hypothermia)\n- [How to Prevent Hypothermia](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention\/#How-to-Prevent-Hypothermia)\n- [How to Treat Hypothermia](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention\/#How-to-Treat-Hypothermia)\n- [Common Mistakes](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention\/#Common-Mistakes-hypothermia)\n\nWhen you think of hypothermia, you probably envision mountain climbers trapped on an icy slope, or Jack clinging to a piece of wood in the *Titanic.* Unfortunately, the conditions that lead to hypothermia don’t have to be so dramatic.\n\nEven during relatively mild Australian winters, many people find themselves becoming hypothermic because of a lack of awareness. Read on to learn how to treat and prevent hypothermia.\n\n## **What is Hypothermia?**\nHypothermia is a condition caused by a person’s body losing heat faster than it can replenish it. A person’s optimal body temperature is 37°C. When it drops below 35°C, the onset of hypothermia begins.\n\nIf their temperature falls below 32°C hypothermia can be lethal.\n\n## **What are the Symptoms of Hypothermia?**\nOne of the main reasons hypothermia is so dangerous is because its symptoms develop slowly. Sufferers may experience some or all of the symptoms, and in varying severities. This makes it difficult for affected people to recognise the symptoms together as part of a worsening condition.\n\nThe following symptoms are listed approximately in order of progression:\n\n- Excessive shivering and teeth chattering\n- Loss of coordination and fine motor functions\n- Slurred speech\n- Lethargy\n- Confused, incoherent thought processing and decision making\n- Difficulty taking deep breaths\n- Loss of consciousness\n- Weak pulse\n- If untreated, a strong possibility of death\n- \\*Even if a sufferer of severe hypothermia survives, complications like frostbite and gangrene can occur, and symptoms can begin to present during the hypothermic stage\n\nDue to the disorientating effects of hypothermia, it is important to note that even though these symptoms are severe, the sufferer may not be aware that they are experiencing them. Even if they are, they may be incapable of understanding the gravity of the situation.\n\n### **Paradoxical Undressing**\nHypothermia is infamous for an unusual phenomenon called paradoxical undressing. In many advanced hypothermia cases, affected people will remove their clothes. This makes them colder and worsens their condition – hence the paradox.\n\nThis is because the body uses muscle contraction to draw blood away from the extremities towards the core, but eventually these muscles fail and the blood suddenly flows back to the extremities, making the sufferer feel a hot flush.\n\nIn their disorientated state, this can make them strip their clothing to ‘cool down’ and exacerbate their bodily temperature loss.\n\n## **Common Situations Where People Become Hypothermic**\nYou’d be forgiven for thinking that hypothermia is only a threat in snowy conditions. But the temperatures that can cause hypothermia aren’t as low as you might expect.\n\nA person with prolonged exposure to just 10°C or less on land, or just 20°C or less in water, can suffer hypothermia. For context, even in Australia, night-time winter temperatures will routinely drop below 10°C. During the day water temperatures also commonly drop below 20°C.\n\nContributing factors are people being underdressed for the conditions, or weather conditions like rain or wind. This is why hypothermia can be so deadly – people don’t associate it with an Australian climate, and therefore find themselves unprepared and at risk.\n\n## **Who is Susceptible to Hypothermia?**\nIn short, no matter how fit, healthy or young they are, anybody can be affected by hypothermia. With that said, some people are more at risk than others. People with a heightened susceptibility include:\n\n- **Anyone** who is wet in cold conditions\n- Elderly people\n- Infants\n- Homeless people – or anyone who spends extended periods of time outdoors without shelter\n- Mentally or physically impaired people who may not recognise, or be able to avoid, situations where they are at risk\n- People with reduced circulation\n- Diabetics\n- People with underlying infections\n- People with a low body mass\n- Exhausted or fatigued people\n### **Alcohol**\nAlcohol makes blood vessels expand. This is why people often feel warm when they drink. The issue is, while the increased blood flow to their extremities makes them feel warm, it also makes them more susceptible to the cold because heat loss is most prevalent in the extremities.\n\nAlcohol also causes mental and physical impairment. Combined with the disorientating effects of hypothermia itself, alcohol is one of the single greatest risk factors for hypothermia.\n\n## **How to Prevent Hypothermia**\nWhile treating hypothermia is important, prevention is even better. You can prevent hypothermia by ensuring that you:\n\n- Wear suitable clothes for the conditions\n- Get dry as soon as possible if your clothes become wet\n- Avoid becoming exhausted in cold conditions\n- Don’t stay immersed in cold water for long periods\n- Avoid using substances like alcohol that can impair you if you are in cold conditions\n- If you are going to a remote area, tell people where you are in case you become stranded\n\nAlways remember, hypothermia is brought on by body temperature loss, not just the weather. A snowboarder wearing appropriate thermal protective gear could be less at risk than a surfer who goes out on a winter day without a wetsuit.\n\nHypothermia is situational and can happen to anyone. If you are shivering excessively, no matter where you are or how healthy you feel, warm yourself up.\n\n## **How to Treat Hypothermia**\n![First Aid for Hypothermia: Treatment and Prevention 1](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/Vital-First-Aid-Hypothermia-1-1-pdf-819x1024.jpg)\n\n[To download this resource, click here.](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/Vital-First-Aid-Hypothermia-1-1.pdf)\n\nFirst and foremost, if someone is displaying symptoms of hypothermia – call 000 and request an ambulance\\!\n\nIf you aren’t in a position to call one, or you need to provide first aid until it arrives, your most important focus should be on providing warmth.\n\nYou can do this by:\n\n- Moving the person to a warm and dry area\n- If the person is immobilised, do your best to shelter them from the cold\n- Use blankets or other thermally resistant items to warm them up\n- Elevate them if the ground is cold or wet\n- If the affected person is conscious, offer warm, non-alcoholic drinks\n- Apply dry, warm compresses, like a water bottle or warmed towels\n- If appropriate, partially or fully undress and huddle with the affected person to share body heat\n\n**CPR**\n\nIf a person is unconscious with a reduced pulse and body temperature, don’t assume that they are deceased. Perform CPR until emergency services arrive to make an informed, official pronouncement of death.\n\n[Read more about how to provide life-saving CPR.](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/cpr-during-pandemic\/)\n\nIt’s also worth noting that it can be common for people to have suffered an injury that has immobilised them, leading to hypothermia. If this is the case, you may need to treat additional injuries.\n\n[Read more about common winter injuries and how to treat them.](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-during-winter-how-to-handle-8-big-challenges\/)\n\n## **Common Mistakes**\nWhen providing first aid for hypothermia, there are some common misconceptions that can hurt or even kill the suffering person.\n\n### **Don’t Apply Extreme Heat**\nWhile your first instinct may be to immerse the person in hot water or put them right up against a heater, this is actually a bad idea. Extreme heat will damage the person’s skin, or even burn them.\n\nFurthermore, if their hypothermia is advanced enough, the sudden presence of heat can be such a shock to their system that could cause their heart to stop or beat irregularly.\n\n### **Don’t Apply Compresses to Extremities**\nWhen applying compresses, only focus on the torso, from the neck to the groin. The sufferer may complain that their extremities are cold, and they aren’t wrong. The problem is, if you compress them it will force cold blood to return to the core of the body. This will actually lower their core temperature even further and risk death.\n\nBy warming the torso instead, you will increase their core temperature, and therefore their extremities as a result.\n\n### **Don’t Rub Extremities**\nA common technique seen in film is someone rubbing the freezing limbs of a person suffering from hypothermia. The problem is these films are leaving out an important detail. In advanced stages of hypothermia, simple movement or contact in the extremities becomes painful, including rubbing.\n\nAlso, movement naturally makes the body pump more blood. A cardiac system that has been operating at a reduced capacity while hypothermic can arrest with sudden movements.\n\nNot only could it cause pain or complications, but rubbing as a warming technique just isn’t very effective. You can only rub an area the size of your hands, and it won’t take long for you to become tired. A compress is more effective and requires less energy.\n\n## **Vital First Aid**\nNow you are aware of the prevention and treatment measures available to deal with hypothermia. Unfortunately, when confronted with an emergency situation, it’s natural to forget key information.\n\nFor a firmer grasp, have you considered a first aid course? Vital First Aid is a Registered Training Organisation dedicated to providing quality, realistic training.\n\nBy undertaking a Vital First Aid course, you can feel more confident in your knowledge and capabilities.\n\nBeing an accredited first aid provider will also give you the confidence to [deal with a range of medical issues](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/a-z-injury-illness-guide\/), not just hypothermia.\n\n[For more information about first aid courses, see our website.](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/)\n\n[To enrol, click here.](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/events\/)\n\n## **Resources**\nNSW Health page on hypothermia: <https:\/\/www.health.nsw.gov.au\/environment\/factsheets\/Pages\/hypothermia.aspx>\n#### Leave a Reply\n\n#### About Vital First Aid\nVital First Aid is a dynamic Registered Training Organisation specialising in providing accredited practical training in all facets of first aid and pre-hospital care.\n\n[Facebook-f](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/VitalFirstAidTrainingServices)\n\n[Instagram](https:\/\/instagram.com\/vital_first_aid_rto90531)\n\n[Linkedin-in](https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/vital-first-aid-training-services)\n\n[Youtube](https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@vitalfirstaid)\n#### Recent Posts\n[![first aid kits for construction sites](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/First-Aid-Kits-for-Construction-Sites-in-Australia-300x169.jpg)](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-kits-for-construction-sites\/)\n\n### [First Aid Kits for Construction Sites: What Every Australian Worksite Must Have](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-kits-for-construction-sites\/)\n[Read More »](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-kits-for-construction-sites\/)\n\n[![instructor teaching first aid course](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/Childcare-first-aid-300x200.jpg)](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/understanding-duty-of-care-and-first-aid-in-australian-workplaces\/)\n\n### [Understanding Duty of Care and First Aid in Australian Workplaces](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/understanding-duty-of-care-and-first-aid-in-australian-workplaces\/)\n[Read More »](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/understanding-duty-of-care-and-first-aid-in-australian-workplaces\/)\n\n[![First Aid for Head Injuries at Work](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/First-Aid-for-Head-Injuries-at-Work-300x158.webp)](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-for-head-injuries-at-work-what-to-do\/)\n\n### [First Aid for Head Injuries at Work: What to Do](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-for-head-injuries-at-work-what-to-do\/)\n[Read More »](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-for-head-injuries-at-work-what-to-do\/)\n#### Follow Us\n\n## Trust Our Clients' Honest Reviews\n```\n\n```\n\n![VitalFirstAidLogo](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/VitalFirstAidLogo-transparent.png)\n\nRegistered Training Organisation 90531\n\n- [P: 1300 880 343](tel:+1300880343)\n- [\\[email protected\\]](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/cdn-cgi\/l\/email-protection#c1a8afa7ae81b7a8b5a0ada7a8b3b2b5a0a8a5efa2aeacefa0b4)\n- 30 Glennie St West,   \n  GOSFORD NSW 2250\n\n- [First Aid Course](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/courses\/hltaid011-provide-first-aid\/)\n- [CPR Course](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/courses\/hltaid009-provide-cardiopulmonary-resuscitation-cpr\/)\n- [Childcare First Aid](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/courses\/hltaid012-provide-first-aid-in-an-education-and-care-setting\/)\n\n- [Certificate Verification](https:\/\/admin.axcelerate.com\/public\/certvalidation\/validatecert.cfm)\n- [Registered Training](https:\/\/training.gov.au\/Organisation\/Details\/90531)\n- [Privacy & Terms](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/Vital-6.1-Privacy-Policy-update.pdf)\n\n© 2026 Vital First Aid \\| All Rights Reserved \\| Website by [Oddball Marketing](https:\/\/oddballmarketing.com.au\/)\n\n[Facebook-f](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/VitalFirstAidTrainingServices)\n\n[Linkedin-in](https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/vital-first-aid-training-services)\n\n[Instagram](https:\/\/instagram.com\/vital_first_aid_rto90531)\n\n[Youtube](https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@vitalfirstaid)","attrs_readable_markdown":"**Quick facts:**\n\n- **Hypothermia occurs when** the **body temperature falls below 35°C**, which is lower than the normal human body temperature of approximately 37°C.\n- If the temperature d**rops below 32°C, hypothermia becomes extremely dangerous and life-threatening**.\n- **Hypothermia can result from extended exposure to temperatures under 10°C** or prolonged immersion in water below 20°C. In colder or windier conditions, it can occur more quickly. Certain medical conditions can increase the risk of hypothermia.\n\n**For immediate first aid treatment for Hypothermia, follow these steps:**\n\n1. Relocate the individual to a warm, dry place.\n2. Shield them from the cold if they can’t move.\n3. Use blankets or insulated materials to warm them.\n4. Elevate them if the ground is cold or wet.\n5. Offer warm, non-alcoholic beverages if they’re conscious.\n6. Apply dry, warm compresses (e.g., a heated water bottle or towels).\n7. Share body heat by huddling together. (If appropriate)\n\n**Read on to learn more about Hypothermia, and how to prevent and manage it.**\n\nExplore this blog:\n\n- [What is Hypothermia?](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention\/#what-is-hypothermia)\n- [What are the Symptoms of Hypothermia?](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention\/#Symptoms-of-Hypothermia)\n- [Common Situations Where People Become Hypothermic](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention\/#Common-Situations-Hypothermic)\n- [Who is Susceptible to Hypothermia?](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention\/#Susceptible-to-Hypothermia)\n- [How to Prevent Hypothermia](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention\/#How-to-Prevent-Hypothermia)\n- [How to Treat Hypothermia](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention\/#How-to-Treat-Hypothermia)\n- [Common Mistakes](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention\/#Common-Mistakes-hypothermia)\n\nWhen you think of hypothermia, you probably envision mountain climbers trapped on an icy slope, or Jack clinging to a piece of wood in the *Titanic.* Unfortunately, the conditions that lead to hypothermia don’t have to be so dramatic.\n\nEven during relatively mild Australian winters, many people find themselves becoming hypothermic because of a lack of awareness. Read on to learn how to treat and prevent hypothermia.\n\n## **What is Hypothermia?**\nHypothermia is a condition caused by a person’s body losing heat faster than it can replenish it. A person’s optimal body temperature is 37°C. When it drops below 35°C, the onset of hypothermia begins.\n\nIf their temperature falls below 32°C hypothermia can be lethal.\n\n## **What are the Symptoms of Hypothermia?**\nOne of the main reasons hypothermia is so dangerous is because its symptoms develop slowly. Sufferers may experience some or all of the symptoms, and in varying severities. This makes it difficult for affected people to recognise the symptoms together as part of a worsening condition.\n\nThe following symptoms are listed approximately in order of progression:\n\n- Excessive shivering and teeth chattering\n- Loss of coordination and fine motor functions\n- Slurred speech\n- Lethargy\n- Confused, incoherent thought processing and decision making\n- Difficulty taking deep breaths\n- Loss of consciousness\n- Weak pulse\n- If untreated, a strong possibility of death\n- \\*Even if a sufferer of severe hypothermia survives, complications like frostbite and gangrene can occur, and symptoms can begin to present during the hypothermic stage\n\nDue to the disorientating effects of hypothermia, it is important to note that even though these symptoms are severe, the sufferer may not be aware that they are experiencing them. Even if they are, they may be incapable of understanding the gravity of the situation.\n\n### **Paradoxical Undressing**\nHypothermia is infamous for an unusual phenomenon called paradoxical undressing. In many advanced hypothermia cases, affected people will remove their clothes. This makes them colder and worsens their condition – hence the paradox.\n\nThis is because the body uses muscle contraction to draw blood away from the extremities towards the core, but eventually these muscles fail and the blood suddenly flows back to the extremities, making the sufferer feel a hot flush.\n\nIn their disorientated state, this can make them strip their clothing to ‘cool down’ and exacerbate their bodily temperature loss.\n\n## **Common Situations Where People Become Hypothermic**\nYou’d be forgiven for thinking that hypothermia is only a threat in snowy conditions. But the temperatures that can cause hypothermia aren’t as low as you might expect.\n\nA person with prolonged exposure to just 10°C or less on land, or just 20°C or less in water, can suffer hypothermia. For context, even in Australia, night-time winter temperatures will routinely drop below 10°C. During the day water temperatures also commonly drop below 20°C.\n\nContributing factors are people being underdressed for the conditions, or weather conditions like rain or wind. This is why hypothermia can be so deadly – people don’t associate it with an Australian climate, and therefore find themselves unprepared and at risk.\n\n## **Who is Susceptible to Hypothermia?**\nIn short, no matter how fit, healthy or young they are, anybody can be affected by hypothermia. With that said, some people are more at risk than others. People with a heightened susceptibility include:\n\n- **Anyone** who is wet in cold conditions\n- Elderly people\n- Infants\n- Homeless people – or anyone who spends extended periods of time outdoors without shelter\n- Mentally or physically impaired people who may not recognise, or be able to avoid, situations where they are at risk\n- People with reduced circulation\n- Diabetics\n- People with underlying infections\n- People with a low body mass\n- Exhausted or fatigued people\n### **Alcohol**\nAlcohol makes blood vessels expand. This is why people often feel warm when they drink. The issue is, while the increased blood flow to their extremities makes them feel warm, it also makes them more susceptible to the cold because heat loss is most prevalent in the extremities.\n\nAlcohol also causes mental and physical impairment. Combined with the disorientating effects of hypothermia itself, alcohol is one of the single greatest risk factors for hypothermia.\n\n## **How to Prevent Hypothermia**\nWhile treating hypothermia is important, prevention is even better. You can prevent hypothermia by ensuring that you:\n\n- Wear suitable clothes for the conditions\n- Get dry as soon as possible if your clothes become wet\n- Avoid becoming exhausted in cold conditions\n- Don’t stay immersed in cold water for long periods\n- Avoid using substances like alcohol that can impair you if you are in cold conditions\n- If you are going to a remote area, tell people where you are in case you become stranded\n\nAlways remember, hypothermia is brought on by body temperature loss, not just the weather. A snowboarder wearing appropriate thermal protective gear could be less at risk than a surfer who goes out on a winter day without a wetsuit.\n\nHypothermia is situational and can happen to anyone. If you are shivering excessively, no matter where you are or how healthy you feel, warm yourself up.\n\n## **How to Treat Hypothermia**\n![First Aid for Hypothermia: Treatment and Prevention 1](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/Vital-First-Aid-Hypothermia-1-1-pdf-819x1024.jpg)\n\n[To download this resource, click here.](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/Vital-First-Aid-Hypothermia-1-1.pdf)\n\nFirst and foremost, if someone is displaying symptoms of hypothermia – call 000 and request an ambulance\\!\n\nIf you aren’t in a position to call one, or you need to provide first aid until it arrives, your most important focus should be on providing warmth.\n\nYou can do this by:\n\n- Moving the person to a warm and dry area\n- If the person is immobilised, do your best to shelter them from the cold\n- Use blankets or other thermally resistant items to warm them up\n- Elevate them if the ground is cold or wet\n- If the affected person is conscious, offer warm, non-alcoholic drinks\n- Apply dry, warm compresses, like a water bottle or warmed towels\n- If appropriate, partially or fully undress and huddle with the affected person to share body heat\n\n**CPR**\n\nIf a person is unconscious with a reduced pulse and body temperature, don’t assume that they are deceased. Perform CPR until emergency services arrive to make an informed, official pronouncement of death.\n\n[Read more about how to provide life-saving CPR.](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/cpr-during-pandemic\/)\n\nIt’s also worth noting that it can be common for people to have suffered an injury that has immobilised them, leading to hypothermia. If this is the case, you may need to treat additional injuries.\n\n[Read more about common winter injuries and how to treat them.](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/first-aid-during-winter-how-to-handle-8-big-challenges\/)\n\n## **Common Mistakes**\nWhen providing first aid for hypothermia, there are some common misconceptions that can hurt or even kill the suffering person.\n\n### **Don’t Apply Extreme Heat**\nWhile your first instinct may be to immerse the person in hot water or put them right up against a heater, this is actually a bad idea. Extreme heat will damage the person’s skin, or even burn them.\n\nFurthermore, if their hypothermia is advanced enough, the sudden presence of heat can be such a shock to their system that could cause their heart to stop or beat irregularly.\n\n### **Don’t Apply Compresses to Extremities**\nWhen applying compresses, only focus on the torso, from the neck to the groin. The sufferer may complain that their extremities are cold, and they aren’t wrong. The problem is, if you compress them it will force cold blood to return to the core of the body. This will actually lower their core temperature even further and risk death.\n\nBy warming the torso instead, you will increase their core temperature, and therefore their extremities as a result.\n\n### **Don’t Rub Extremities**\nA common technique seen in film is someone rubbing the freezing limbs of a person suffering from hypothermia. The problem is these films are leaving out an important detail. In advanced stages of hypothermia, simple movement or contact in the extremities becomes painful, including rubbing.\n\nAlso, movement naturally makes the body pump more blood. A cardiac system that has been operating at a reduced capacity while hypothermic can arrest with sudden movements.\n\nNot only could it cause pain or complications, but rubbing as a warming technique just isn’t very effective. You can only rub an area the size of your hands, and it won’t take long for you to become tired. A compress is more effective and requires less energy.\n\n## **Vital First Aid**\nNow you are aware of the prevention and treatment measures available to deal with hypothermia. Unfortunately, when confronted with an emergency situation, it’s natural to forget key information.\n\nFor a firmer grasp, have you considered a first aid course? Vital First Aid is a Registered Training Organisation dedicated to providing quality, realistic training.\n\nBy undertaking a Vital First Aid course, you can feel more confident in your knowledge and capabilities.\n\nBeing an accredited first aid provider will also give you the confidence to [deal with a range of medical issues](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/news\/a-z-injury-illness-guide\/), not just hypothermia.\n\n[For more information about first aid courses, see our website.](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/)\n\n[To enrol, click here.](https:\/\/vitalfirstaid.com.au\/events\/)\n\n## **Resources**\nNSW Health page on hypothermia: <https:\/\/www.health.nsw.gov.au\/environment\/factsheets\/Pages\/hypothermia.aspx>","meta_canonical":null,"ml_categories_json":"","ml_types_json":"","ml_intent_types_json":"","meta_language":"en-au","attrs_author":"David Aboud","attrs_publish_time":1653262799,"attrs_original_publish_time":1653262799,"attrs_is_republished":0,"attrs_nr_words":"2478","attrs_boilerpipe_nr_words":"1673","body_ext_links_number":10,"body_int_links_number":62,"meta_nofollow":0,"meta_noarchive":0,"props_was_rendered":0,"src_redirect":"","download_time_msec":2456,"download_ttfb_msec":2455,"download_size":33023}

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Boilerpipe Text	Quick facts: Hypothermia occurs when the body temperature falls below 35°C , which is lower than the normal human body temperature of approximately 37°C. If the temperature d rops below 32°C, hypothermia becomes extremely dangerous and life-threatening . Hypothermia can result from extended exposure to temperatures under 10°C or prolonged immersion in water below 20°C. In colder or windier conditions, it can occur more quickly. Certain medical conditions can increase the risk of hypothermia. For immediate first aid treatment for Hypothermia, follow these steps: Relocate the individual to a warm, dry place. Shield them from the cold if they can’t move. Use blankets or insulated materials to warm them. Elevate them if the ground is cold or wet. Offer warm, non-alcoholic beverages if they’re conscious. Apply dry, warm compresses (e.g., a heated water bottle or towels). Share body heat by huddling together. (If appropriate) Read on to learn more about Hypothermia, and how to prevent and manage it. Explore this blog: What is Hypothermia? What are the Symptoms of Hypothermia? Common Situations Where People Become Hypothermic Who is Susceptible to Hypothermia? How to Prevent Hypothermia How to Treat Hypothermia Common Mistakes When you think of hypothermia, you probably envision mountain climbers trapped on an icy slope, or Jack clinging to a piece of wood in the Titanic. Unfortunately, the conditions that lead to hypothermia don’t have to be so dramatic. Even during relatively mild Australian winters, many people find themselves becoming hypothermic because of a lack of awareness. Read on to learn how to treat and prevent hypothermia. What is Hypothermia? Hypothermia is a condition caused by a person’s body losing heat faster than it can replenish it. A person’s optimal body temperature is 37°C. When it drops below 35°C, the onset of hypothermia begins. If their temperature falls below 32°C hypothermia can be lethal. What are the Symptoms of Hypothermia? One of the main reasons hypothermia is so dangerous is because its symptoms develop slowly. Sufferers may experience some or all of the symptoms, and in varying severities. This makes it difficult for affected people to recognise the symptoms together as part of a worsening condition. The following symptoms are listed approximately in order of progression: Excessive shivering and teeth chattering Loss of coordination and fine motor functions Slurred speech Lethargy Confused, incoherent thought processing and decision making Difficulty taking deep breaths Loss of consciousness Weak pulse If untreated, a strong possibility of death *Even if a sufferer of severe hypothermia survives, complications like frostbite and gangrene can occur, and symptoms can begin to present during the hypothermic stage Due to the disorientating effects of hypothermia, it is important to note that even though these symptoms are severe, the sufferer may not be aware that they are experiencing them. Even if they are, they may be incapable of understanding the gravity of the situation. Paradoxical Undressing Hypothermia is infamous for an unusual phenomenon called paradoxical undressing. In many advanced hypothermia cases, affected people will remove their clothes. This makes them colder and worsens their condition – hence the paradox. This is because the body uses muscle contraction to draw blood away from the extremities towards the core, but eventually these muscles fail and the blood suddenly flows back to the extremities, making the sufferer feel a hot flush. In their disorientated state, this can make them strip their clothing to ‘cool down’ and exacerbate their bodily temperature loss. Common Situations Where People Become Hypothermic You’d be forgiven for thinking that hypothermia is only a threat in snowy conditions. But the temperatures that can cause hypothermia aren’t as low as you might expect. A person with prolonged exposure to just 10°C or less on land, or just 20°C or less in water, can suffer hypothermia. For context, even in Australia, night-time winter temperatures will routinely drop below 10°C. During the day water temperatures also commonly drop below 20°C. Contributing factors are people being underdressed for the conditions, or weather conditions like rain or wind. This is why hypothermia can be so deadly – people don’t associate it with an Australian climate, and therefore find themselves unprepared and at risk. Who is Susceptible to Hypothermia? In short, no matter how fit, healthy or young they are, anybody can be affected by hypothermia. With that said, some people are more at risk than others. People with a heightened susceptibility include: Anyone who is wet in cold conditions Elderly people Infants Homeless people – or anyone who spends extended periods of time outdoors without shelter Mentally or physically impaired people who may not recognise, or be able to avoid, situations where they are at risk People with reduced circulation Diabetics People with underlying infections People with a low body mass Exhausted or fatigued people Alcohol Alcohol makes blood vessels expand. This is why people often feel warm when they drink. The issue is, while the increased blood flow to their extremities makes them feel warm, it also makes them more susceptible to the cold because heat loss is most prevalent in the extremities. Alcohol also causes mental and physical impairment. Combined with the disorientating effects of hypothermia itself, alcohol is one of the single greatest risk factors for hypothermia. How to Prevent Hypothermia While treating hypothermia is important, prevention is even better. You can prevent hypothermia by ensuring that you: Wear suitable clothes for the conditions Get dry as soon as possible if your clothes become wet Avoid becoming exhausted in cold conditions Don’t stay immersed in cold water for long periods Avoid using substances like alcohol that can impair you if you are in cold conditions If you are going to a remote area, tell people where you are in case you become stranded Always remember, hypothermia is brought on by body temperature loss, not just the weather. A snowboarder wearing appropriate thermal protective gear could be less at risk than a surfer who goes out on a winter day without a wetsuit. Hypothermia is situational and can happen to anyone. If you are shivering excessively, no matter where you are or how healthy you feel, warm yourself up. How to Treat Hypothermia To download this resource, click here. First and foremost, if someone is displaying symptoms of hypothermia – call 000 and request an ambulance! If you aren’t in a position to call one, or you need to provide first aid until it arrives, your most important focus should be on providing warmth. You can do this by: Moving the person to a warm and dry area If the person is immobilised, do your best to shelter them from the cold Use blankets or other thermally resistant items to warm them up Elevate them if the ground is cold or wet If the affected person is conscious, offer warm, non-alcoholic drinks Apply dry, warm compresses, like a water bottle or warmed towels If appropriate, partially or fully undress and huddle with the affected person to share body heat CPR If a person is unconscious with a reduced pulse and body temperature, don’t assume that they are deceased. Perform CPR until emergency services arrive to make an informed, official pronouncement of death. Read more about how to provide life-saving CPR. It’s also worth noting that it can be common for people to have suffered an injury that has immobilised them, leading to hypothermia. If this is the case, you may need to treat additional injuries. Read more about common winter injuries and how to treat them. Common Mistakes When providing first aid for hypothermia, there are some common misconceptions that can hurt or even kill the suffering person. Don’t Apply Extreme Heat While your first instinct may be to immerse the person in hot water or put them right up against a heater, this is actually a bad idea. Extreme heat will damage the person’s skin, or even burn them. Furthermore, if their hypothermia is advanced enough, the sudden presence of heat can be such a shock to their system that could cause their heart to stop or beat irregularly. Don’t Apply Compresses to Extremities When applying compresses, only focus on the torso, from the neck to the groin. The sufferer may complain that their extremities are cold, and they aren’t wrong. The problem is, if you compress them it will force cold blood to return to the core of the body. This will actually lower their core temperature even further and risk death. By warming the torso instead, you will increase their core temperature, and therefore their extremities as a result. Don’t Rub Extremities A common technique seen in film is someone rubbing the freezing limbs of a person suffering from hypothermia. The problem is these films are leaving out an important detail. In advanced stages of hypothermia, simple movement or contact in the extremities becomes painful, including rubbing. Also, movement naturally makes the body pump more blood. A cardiac system that has been operating at a reduced capacity while hypothermic can arrest with sudden movements. Not only could it cause pain or complications, but rubbing as a warming technique just isn’t very effective. You can only rub an area the size of your hands, and it won’t take long for you to become tired. A compress is more effective and requires less energy. Vital First Aid Now you are aware of the prevention and treatment measures available to deal with hypothermia. Unfortunately, when confronted with an emergency situation, it’s natural to forget key information. For a firmer grasp, have you considered a first aid course? Vital First Aid is a Registered Training Organisation dedicated to providing quality, realistic training. By undertaking a Vital First Aid course, you can feel more confident in your knowledge and capabilities. Being an accredited first aid provider will also give you the confidence to deal with a range of medical issues , not just hypothermia. For more information about first aid courses, see our website. To enrol, click here. Resources NSW Health page on hypothermia: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/environment/factsheets/Pages/hypothermia.aspx
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Hypothermia can result from extended exposure to temperatures under 10°C or prolonged immersion in water below 20°C. In colder or windier conditions, it can occur more quickly. Certain medical conditions can increase the risk of hypothermia. For immediate first aid treatment for Hypothermia, follow these steps: 1. Relocate the individual to a warm, dry place. 2. Shield them from the cold if they can’t move. 3. Use blankets or insulated materials to warm them. 4. Elevate them if the ground is cold or wet. 5. Offer warm, non-alcoholic beverages if they’re conscious. 6. Apply dry, warm compresses (e.g., a heated water bottle or towels). 7. Share body heat by huddling together. (If appropriate) Read on to learn more about Hypothermia, and how to prevent and manage it. Explore this blog: - [What is Hypothermia?](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/news/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention/#what-is-hypothermia) - [What are the Symptoms of Hypothermia?](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/news/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention/#Symptoms-of-Hypothermia) - [Common Situations Where People Become Hypothermic](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/news/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention/#Common-Situations-Hypothermic) - [Who is Susceptible to Hypothermia?](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/news/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention/#Susceptible-to-Hypothermia) - [How to Prevent Hypothermia](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/news/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention/#How-to-Prevent-Hypothermia) - [How to Treat Hypothermia](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/news/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention/#How-to-Treat-Hypothermia) - [Common Mistakes](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/news/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention/#Common-Mistakes-hypothermia) When you think of hypothermia, you probably envision mountain climbers trapped on an icy slope, or Jack clinging to a piece of wood in the Titanic. Unfortunately, the conditions that lead to hypothermia don’t have to be so dramatic. Even during relatively mild Australian winters, many people find themselves becoming hypothermic because of a lack of awareness. Read on to learn how to treat and prevent hypothermia. ## What is Hypothermia? Hypothermia is a condition caused by a person’s body losing heat faster than it can replenish it. A person’s optimal body temperature is 37°C. When it drops below 35°C, the onset of hypothermia begins. If their temperature falls below 32°C hypothermia can be lethal. ## What are the Symptoms of Hypothermia? One of the main reasons hypothermia is so dangerous is because its symptoms develop slowly. Sufferers may experience some or all of the symptoms, and in varying severities. This makes it difficult for affected people to recognise the symptoms together as part of a worsening condition. The following symptoms are listed approximately in order of progression: - Excessive shivering and teeth chattering - Loss of coordination and fine motor functions - Slurred speech - Lethargy - Confused, incoherent thought processing and decision making - Difficulty taking deep breaths - Loss of consciousness - Weak pulse - If untreated, a strong possibility of death - \Even if a sufferer of severe hypothermia survives, complications like frostbite and gangrene can occur, and symptoms can begin to present during the hypothermic stage Due to the disorientating effects of hypothermia, it is important to note that even though these symptoms are severe, the sufferer may not be aware that they are experiencing them. Even if they are, they may be incapable of understanding the gravity of the situation. ### Paradoxical Undressing* Hypothermia is infamous for an unusual phenomenon called paradoxical undressing. In many advanced hypothermia cases, affected people will remove their clothes. This makes them colder and worsens their condition – hence the paradox. This is because the body uses muscle contraction to draw blood away from the extremities towards the core, but eventually these muscles fail and the blood suddenly flows back to the extremities, making the sufferer feel a hot flush. In their disorientated state, this can make them strip their clothing to ‘cool down’ and exacerbate their bodily temperature loss. ## Common Situations Where People Become Hypothermic You’d be forgiven for thinking that hypothermia is only a threat in snowy conditions. But the temperatures that can cause hypothermia aren’t as low as you might expect. A person with prolonged exposure to just 10°C or less on land, or just 20°C or less in water, can suffer hypothermia. For context, even in Australia, night-time winter temperatures will routinely drop below 10°C. During the day water temperatures also commonly drop below 20°C. Contributing factors are people being underdressed for the conditions, or weather conditions like rain or wind. This is why hypothermia can be so deadly – people don’t associate it with an Australian climate, and therefore find themselves unprepared and at risk. ## Who is Susceptible to Hypothermia? In short, no matter how fit, healthy or young they are, anybody can be affected by hypothermia. With that said, some people are more at risk than others. People with a heightened susceptibility include: - Anyone who is wet in cold conditions - Elderly people - Infants - Homeless people – or anyone who spends extended periods of time outdoors without shelter - Mentally or physically impaired people who may not recognise, or be able to avoid, situations where they are at risk - People with reduced circulation - Diabetics - People with underlying infections - People with a low body mass - Exhausted or fatigued people ### Alcohol Alcohol makes blood vessels expand. This is why people often feel warm when they drink. The issue is, while the increased blood flow to their extremities makes them feel warm, it also makes them more susceptible to the cold because heat loss is most prevalent in the extremities. Alcohol also causes mental and physical impairment. Combined with the disorientating effects of hypothermia itself, alcohol is one of the single greatest risk factors for hypothermia. ## How to Prevent Hypothermia While treating hypothermia is important, prevention is even better. You can prevent hypothermia by ensuring that you: - Wear suitable clothes for the conditions - Get dry as soon as possible if your clothes become wet - Avoid becoming exhausted in cold conditions - Don’t stay immersed in cold water for long periods - Avoid using substances like alcohol that can impair you if you are in cold conditions - If you are going to a remote area, tell people where you are in case you become stranded Always remember, hypothermia is brought on by body temperature loss, not just the weather. A snowboarder wearing appropriate thermal protective gear could be less at risk than a surfer who goes out on a winter day without a wetsuit. Hypothermia is situational and can happen to anyone. If you are shivering excessively, no matter where you are or how healthy you feel, warm yourself up. ## How to Treat Hypothermia ![First Aid for Hypothermia: Treatment and Prevention 1](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/wp-content/uploads/Vital-First-Aid-Hypothermia-1-1-pdf-819x1024.jpg) [To download this resource, click here.](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/wp-content/uploads/Vital-First-Aid-Hypothermia-1-1.pdf) First and foremost, if someone is displaying symptoms of hypothermia – call 000 and request an ambulance\! If you aren’t in a position to call one, or you need to provide first aid until it arrives, your most important focus should be on providing warmth. You can do this by: - Moving the person to a warm and dry area - If the person is immobilised, do your best to shelter them from the cold - Use blankets or other thermally resistant items to warm them up - Elevate them if the ground is cold or wet - If the affected person is conscious, offer warm, non-alcoholic drinks - Apply dry, warm compresses, like a water bottle or warmed towels - If appropriate, partially or fully undress and huddle with the affected person to share body heat CPR If a person is unconscious with a reduced pulse and body temperature, don’t assume that they are deceased. Perform CPR until emergency services arrive to make an informed, official pronouncement of death. [Read more about how to provide life-saving CPR.](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/news/cpr-during-pandemic/) It’s also worth noting that it can be common for people to have suffered an injury that has immobilised them, leading to hypothermia. If this is the case, you may need to treat additional injuries. [Read more about common winter injuries and how to treat them.](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/news/first-aid-during-winter-how-to-handle-8-big-challenges/) ## Common Mistakes When providing first aid for hypothermia, there are some common misconceptions that can hurt or even kill the suffering person. ### Don’t Apply Extreme Heat While your first instinct may be to immerse the person in hot water or put them right up against a heater, this is actually a bad idea. Extreme heat will damage the person’s skin, or even burn them. Furthermore, if their hypothermia is advanced enough, the sudden presence of heat can be such a shock to their system that could cause their heart to stop or beat irregularly. ### Don’t Apply Compresses to Extremities When applying compresses, only focus on the torso, from the neck to the groin. The sufferer may complain that their extremities are cold, and they aren’t wrong. The problem is, if you compress them it will force cold blood to return to the core of the body. This will actually lower their core temperature even further and risk death. By warming the torso instead, you will increase their core temperature, and therefore their extremities as a result. ### Don’t Rub Extremities A common technique seen in film is someone rubbing the freezing limbs of a person suffering from hypothermia. The problem is these films are leaving out an important detail. In advanced stages of hypothermia, simple movement or contact in the extremities becomes painful, including rubbing. Also, movement naturally makes the body pump more blood. A cardiac system that has been operating at a reduced capacity while hypothermic can arrest with sudden movements. Not only could it cause pain or complications, but rubbing as a warming technique just isn’t very effective. You can only rub an area the size of your hands, and it won’t take long for you to become tired. 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Readable Markdown	Quick facts: - Hypothermia occurs when the body temperature falls below 35°C, which is lower than the normal human body temperature of approximately 37°C. - If the temperature drops below 32°C, hypothermia becomes extremely dangerous and life-threatening. - Hypothermia can result from extended exposure to temperatures under 10°C or prolonged immersion in water below 20°C. In colder or windier conditions, it can occur more quickly. Certain medical conditions can increase the risk of hypothermia. For immediate first aid treatment for Hypothermia, follow these steps: 1. Relocate the individual to a warm, dry place. 2. Shield them from the cold if they can’t move. 3. Use blankets or insulated materials to warm them. 4. Elevate them if the ground is cold or wet. 5. Offer warm, non-alcoholic beverages if they’re conscious. 6. Apply dry, warm compresses (e.g., a heated water bottle or towels). 7. Share body heat by huddling together. (If appropriate) Read on to learn more about Hypothermia, and how to prevent and manage it. Explore this blog: - [What is Hypothermia?](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/news/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention/#what-is-hypothermia) - [What are the Symptoms of Hypothermia?](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/news/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention/#Symptoms-of-Hypothermia) - [Common Situations Where People Become Hypothermic](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/news/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention/#Common-Situations-Hypothermic) - [Who is Susceptible to Hypothermia?](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/news/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention/#Susceptible-to-Hypothermia) - [How to Prevent Hypothermia](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/news/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention/#How-to-Prevent-Hypothermia) - [How to Treat Hypothermia](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/news/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention/#How-to-Treat-Hypothermia) - [Common Mistakes](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/news/first-aid-for-hypothermia-treatment-and-prevention/#Common-Mistakes-hypothermia) When you think of hypothermia, you probably envision mountain climbers trapped on an icy slope, or Jack clinging to a piece of wood in the Titanic. Unfortunately, the conditions that lead to hypothermia don’t have to be so dramatic. Even during relatively mild Australian winters, many people find themselves becoming hypothermic because of a lack of awareness. Read on to learn how to treat and prevent hypothermia. ## What is Hypothermia? Hypothermia is a condition caused by a person’s body losing heat faster than it can replenish it. A person’s optimal body temperature is 37°C. When it drops below 35°C, the onset of hypothermia begins. If their temperature falls below 32°C hypothermia can be lethal. ## What are the Symptoms of Hypothermia? One of the main reasons hypothermia is so dangerous is because its symptoms develop slowly. Sufferers may experience some or all of the symptoms, and in varying severities. This makes it difficult for affected people to recognise the symptoms together as part of a worsening condition. The following symptoms are listed approximately in order of progression: - Excessive shivering and teeth chattering - Loss of coordination and fine motor functions - Slurred speech - Lethargy - Confused, incoherent thought processing and decision making - Difficulty taking deep breaths - Loss of consciousness - Weak pulse - If untreated, a strong possibility of death - \Even if a sufferer of severe hypothermia survives, complications like frostbite and gangrene can occur, and symptoms can begin to present during the hypothermic stage Due to the disorientating effects of hypothermia, it is important to note that even though these symptoms are severe, the sufferer may not be aware that they are experiencing them. Even if they are, they may be incapable of understanding the gravity of the situation. ### Paradoxical Undressing* Hypothermia is infamous for an unusual phenomenon called paradoxical undressing. In many advanced hypothermia cases, affected people will remove their clothes. This makes them colder and worsens their condition – hence the paradox. This is because the body uses muscle contraction to draw blood away from the extremities towards the core, but eventually these muscles fail and the blood suddenly flows back to the extremities, making the sufferer feel a hot flush. In their disorientated state, this can make them strip their clothing to ‘cool down’ and exacerbate their bodily temperature loss. ## Common Situations Where People Become Hypothermic You’d be forgiven for thinking that hypothermia is only a threat in snowy conditions. But the temperatures that can cause hypothermia aren’t as low as you might expect. A person with prolonged exposure to just 10°C or less on land, or just 20°C or less in water, can suffer hypothermia. For context, even in Australia, night-time winter temperatures will routinely drop below 10°C. During the day water temperatures also commonly drop below 20°C. Contributing factors are people being underdressed for the conditions, or weather conditions like rain or wind. This is why hypothermia can be so deadly – people don’t associate it with an Australian climate, and therefore find themselves unprepared and at risk. ## Who is Susceptible to Hypothermia? In short, no matter how fit, healthy or young they are, anybody can be affected by hypothermia. With that said, some people are more at risk than others. People with a heightened susceptibility include: - Anyone who is wet in cold conditions - Elderly people - Infants - Homeless people – or anyone who spends extended periods of time outdoors without shelter - Mentally or physically impaired people who may not recognise, or be able to avoid, situations where they are at risk - People with reduced circulation - Diabetics - People with underlying infections - People with a low body mass - Exhausted or fatigued people ### Alcohol Alcohol makes blood vessels expand. This is why people often feel warm when they drink. The issue is, while the increased blood flow to their extremities makes them feel warm, it also makes them more susceptible to the cold because heat loss is most prevalent in the extremities. Alcohol also causes mental and physical impairment. Combined with the disorientating effects of hypothermia itself, alcohol is one of the single greatest risk factors for hypothermia. ## How to Prevent Hypothermia While treating hypothermia is important, prevention is even better. You can prevent hypothermia by ensuring that you: - Wear suitable clothes for the conditions - Get dry as soon as possible if your clothes become wet - Avoid becoming exhausted in cold conditions - Don’t stay immersed in cold water for long periods - Avoid using substances like alcohol that can impair you if you are in cold conditions - If you are going to a remote area, tell people where you are in case you become stranded Always remember, hypothermia is brought on by body temperature loss, not just the weather. A snowboarder wearing appropriate thermal protective gear could be less at risk than a surfer who goes out on a winter day without a wetsuit. Hypothermia is situational and can happen to anyone. If you are shivering excessively, no matter where you are or how healthy you feel, warm yourself up. ## How to Treat Hypothermia ![First Aid for Hypothermia: Treatment and Prevention 1](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/wp-content/uploads/Vital-First-Aid-Hypothermia-1-1-pdf-819x1024.jpg) [To download this resource, click here.](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/wp-content/uploads/Vital-First-Aid-Hypothermia-1-1.pdf) First and foremost, if someone is displaying symptoms of hypothermia – call 000 and request an ambulance\! If you aren’t in a position to call one, or you need to provide first aid until it arrives, your most important focus should be on providing warmth. You can do this by: - Moving the person to a warm and dry area - If the person is immobilised, do your best to shelter them from the cold - Use blankets or other thermally resistant items to warm them up - Elevate them if the ground is cold or wet - If the affected person is conscious, offer warm, non-alcoholic drinks - Apply dry, warm compresses, like a water bottle or warmed towels - If appropriate, partially or fully undress and huddle with the affected person to share body heat CPR If a person is unconscious with a reduced pulse and body temperature, don’t assume that they are deceased. Perform CPR until emergency services arrive to make an informed, official pronouncement of death. [Read more about how to provide life-saving CPR.](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/news/cpr-during-pandemic/) It’s also worth noting that it can be common for people to have suffered an injury that has immobilised them, leading to hypothermia. If this is the case, you may need to treat additional injuries. [Read more about common winter injuries and how to treat them.](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/news/first-aid-during-winter-how-to-handle-8-big-challenges/) ## Common Mistakes When providing first aid for hypothermia, there are some common misconceptions that can hurt or even kill the suffering person. ### Don’t Apply Extreme Heat While your first instinct may be to immerse the person in hot water or put them right up against a heater, this is actually a bad idea. Extreme heat will damage the person’s skin, or even burn them. Furthermore, if their hypothermia is advanced enough, the sudden presence of heat can be such a shock to their system that could cause their heart to stop or beat irregularly. ### Don’t Apply Compresses to Extremities When applying compresses, only focus on the torso, from the neck to the groin. The sufferer may complain that their extremities are cold, and they aren’t wrong. The problem is, if you compress them it will force cold blood to return to the core of the body. This will actually lower their core temperature even further and risk death. By warming the torso instead, you will increase their core temperature, and therefore their extremities as a result. ### Don’t Rub Extremities A common technique seen in film is someone rubbing the freezing limbs of a person suffering from hypothermia. The problem is these films are leaving out an important detail. In advanced stages of hypothermia, simple movement or contact in the extremities becomes painful, including rubbing. Also, movement naturally makes the body pump more blood. A cardiac system that has been operating at a reduced capacity while hypothermic can arrest with sudden movements. Not only could it cause pain or complications, but rubbing as a warming technique just isn’t very effective. You can only rub an area the size of your hands, and it won’t take long for you to become tired. A compress is more effective and requires less energy. ## Vital First Aid Now you are aware of the prevention and treatment measures available to deal with hypothermia. Unfortunately, when confronted with an emergency situation, it’s natural to forget key information. For a firmer grasp, have you considered a first aid course? Vital First Aid is a Registered Training Organisation dedicated to providing quality, realistic training. By undertaking a Vital First Aid course, you can feel more confident in your knowledge and capabilities. Being an accredited first aid provider will also give you the confidence to [deal with a range of medical issues](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/news/a-z-injury-illness-guide/), not just hypothermia. [For more information about first aid courses, see our website.](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/) [To enrol, click here.](https://vitalfirstaid.com.au/events/) ## Resources NSW Health page on hypothermia: <https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/environment/factsheets/Pages/hypothermia.aspx>
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