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MODULE 12
First Aid at Work : UNIT 1
01.04.2018
HYPOTHERMIA
• Hypothermia occurs when a person’s normal body temperature of around 37°C (98.6°F), drops below 35°C (95°F)
• It is usually caused by being in a cold environment. It can be triggered by a number of things, including prolonged exposure to cold, rain, wind, sweat, inactivity or being in cold water
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