The big chill by dirttime is a quick guide on hypothermia and how to treat it. Their article covers:
- How You Lose Heat to the Environment using examples of radiation, conduction, convection and evaporation.
- How your body regulates core temperature by vasoconstriction and vasodilatation(the constriction and dilatation of the blood vessels), sweating, and shivering.
- Signs and Symptoms of Hypothermia by describing the symptons of mild, moderate and severe hypothermia.
- How to determine if someone is suffering from hypothermia
- How to Treat Hypothermia
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March 18th, 2013 | Category: Cold Weather Camping, Snow Hiking, Winter Camping, Winter Camping Skills
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