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19 .Persons using medication should consult a physician before using a hot
tub since some medications may induce drowsiness while other med-
ications may affect heart rate, blood pressure, and circulation.
20. Long exposures in the hot tub may result in nausea, dizziness or faint-
ing. Observe a reasonable time limit, leave the hot tub, then shower,
cool down, and if you wish, return for another brief stay.
21. Excessive temperatures may cause hyperthermia. The symptoms and
first aid information are as follows:
A. Heat Stroke: The most susceptible people are the very young and
elderly, alcoholics and most people under the
influence of drugs, medication and alcohol.
B. Symptoms: Hyperthermia causes loss of salt, sweating, dizziness,
headache, dryness of mouth and nausea, faintness
and/or unconsciousness, convulsions, flushed
appearance of skin, and rapid pulse and/or weak,
shallow breathing.
C. Treatment: Place the victim on his back, head slightly elevated.
Apply wet cloths or ice packs to the head, wrap the
body in a sheet, pouring on a small amount of water.
Follow with a cool shower or bath. Get medical
attention as soon as possible.
22. It is recommended that the following emergency telephone numbers be
listed at the nearest telephone: physician, hospital, ambulance, and
police.
23. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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