To treat heat exhaustion: 1. give the victim cold fresh water. 2. give the victi

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To treat heat exhaustion: 1. give the victim cold fresh water. 2. give the victim salt tablets, if victim is able to drink. 3 keep the victim's head up. 4. keep the victim cool Which of the following situations warrant activation of emergency medical services(EMS) system? 1.cardiac or respiratory emergencies 2. medical conditions or acute illness such as severe asthma, repetitive seizures, diabetic emergencies 3 trauma related accidents resulting in possible fractures or multiple injuries 4 All of the above

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Answer 197.)

The correct option is a) give cold fresh water. Give cool, nonalcoholic and non-caffeinated beverages as long as the person is alert. Apply ice packs to the patient's armpits, groin, neck, and back. Because these areas are rich with blood vessels close to the skin, cooling them may reduce body temperature.

Answer 198.)

the correct option is 4. all are correct.

Emergency medical services, also known as ambulance services or paramedic services are a type of emergency service dedicated to providing out-of-hospital acute medical care, transport to definitive care, and other medical transport to patients with illnesses and injuries which prevent the patient from transporting themselves.

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