Recognize the early signs of heat stroke and act quickly. Clothing made of the newer wicking materials that pull perspiration away from the body can cause a clinical condition similar to that seen in low humidity conditions. When humidity is low, children can lose a tremendous amount of fluid through their breath and skin without realizing it. Their perspiration evaporates quickly, making them feel cool despite their precarious fluid balance. When their body fluid is depleted, they can no longer perspire.
Body heat builds.
They become dizzy and uncoordinated and may pass out. Injuries may result. Like heat stroke, this heat exhaustion is treated by cooling a child with shade, air conditioning, cool sponging and copious fluid intake. Keeping the feet elevated helps in this situation, as well. Well conditioned children are less apt to suffer consequences from heat.