Frost Bite
It is a condition in
which skin and the tissue below the skin freeze. This is caused due to
prolonged exposure to intense cold. Frostbite is often accompanied by
hypothermia.
At first, the feeling
of prick by “pins-and-needles”
Paleness followed by
numbness
A hardening and
stiffening of the skin.
A color change to the
skin of the affected area.
a.
Very gently remove gloves rings and other constriction.
b.
Warm the affected part with your hands.
c.
Move the casualty into warm before you thaw the affected part.
d.
Place the affected part in warm water
e.
Apply a high dressing of fluffed-up, dry gauze bandage.
f.
Raise and support the limb to reduce swelling.
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