In the Zhytomyr region told how to avoid hypothermia and frostbite body parts
According to forecasts Ukrgidromettsentra on 4 January on the territory of Ukraine will be cold frosty weather, which can cause hypothermia and frostbite parts of the body. Signs of hypothermia are shivering, shivering, pale and then bluish skin, lips, pain in the fingers and toes. Prolonged hypothermia develops frostbite (tissue damage as a result of low temperatures). Frostbite more susceptible to the fingers, hands, feet, ears and nose. In first degree frostbite, the skin becomes pale, a reduced sensitivity of the affected areas, and after warming observed redness and swelling. When second degree lesions the skin becomes blue-purple hue and on its surface’popping bubbles with a clear liquid. That is why the State service of Ukraine for emergency situations addresses to citizens with the request to adhere to the basic rules, to avoid hypothermia and frostbite: -avoid alcoholic beverages – alcoholic JV’intoxication contributes to high loss of heat at the same time causes the illusion of heat. An additional negative factor is the inability to focus on the first signs of frostbite; -do not smoke on a frost-Smoking reduces peripheral blood circulation and makes the course more vulnerable to the effects of cold; -wear loose-fitting clothing-it promotes normal blood circulation. Dress so that between the layers was a layer of air that retains heat. It is advisable to wear an outer garment that is not waterproof. Tight shoes, no insoles can create the preconditions of frostbite; -don't go out in the cold without gloves and scarf. The best option – gloves of fabric, repel water and are breathable, with fur inside. Gloves made of artificial materials poorly protect from frost; - in windy conditions on exposed body apply a special cream; -do not carry on a frost metal (including gold and silver) jewelry. First, the metal is cooled to a low temperature faster than the body, which might "sticking" of these items to the skin with the emergence of feelings of pain and cold injuries. Secondly, the rings on the fingers prevents blood circulation and contribute to frostbite of the limbs; -before going out in the cold it is advisable to eat – you need extra energy; -note that in children thermoregulation has not yet been established, and the elderly in some diseases violated. These categories are most susceptible to frostbite and hypothermia, so keep this in mind when planning walks in the winter. Pam’remember that the child's stay in the cold should not exceed 15-20 minutes, then warm it in a warm room. And the main condition for the prevention of hypothermia – healthy lifestyle, quitting bad habits and constant hardening of the body. Pam’remember: your healthy’I – at your fingertips. Press service Gschs of UkraineÏåðåâåäåíî ñåðâèñîì "ßíäåêñ.Ïåðåâîä÷èê": translate.yandex.ru.
Source: http://uzinform.com.ua/
