Stretch cramped muscles slowly and gently. Heat exhaustion muscle cramps pale, moist skin usually has a fever over 102 F nausea vomiting diarrhea headache fatigue weakness anxiety, and faint feeling Move to a cool place and rest. Give cool sports drinks containing salt and sugar such as Gatorade . If no improvement or unable to take fluids, call your child s physician or take your child to an emergency department immediately. Call 911 or your local emergency medical service.
Heat stroke is a life-threatening medical emergency and needs to be treated by a physician.
Place ice bags on the armpits and groin areas. Offer cool fluids if alert and able to drink. Schedule vigorous activity and sports for cooler times of the day. Take rest periods in shady or cool areas. Protect children from the sun by having them wear a hat and sunglasses and by using an umbrella.