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separate him/ her using dry wood or bamboo.

c. Artificial respiration should be given to the victim if s/he has stopped breathing.

d. Plenty of fluids should be given to the victim if s/he is conscious.

e. The victim should be taken to the nearest health center as quickly as possible.

Activity

What roles should you play to provide first aid treatment to the victim of sprained
legs while playing games or by other causes in your school? Discuss with your
friends in the class.

4. Altitude Sickness

The health problem that occurs while climbing up the mountains or high hills due
to the low level of oxygen is called altitude sickness. The level of oxygen decreases
when we climb up the high altitude places from the sea level and it causes altitude
sickness. This sickness causes difficulties in respiration. When the body does not get
the required amount of oxygen, it slows down the process of generating energy in

the body. As a result, the victim may also be unconscious/ faint.
Symptoms of Altitude Sickness

a. The victim gets severe headache and feels difficulty for breathing. He/ she
cannot walk due to immediate physical weakness.

b. The victim may feel dizziness, vomiting or get fainted.

Safety Measures

a. We should not climb up ahigher mountain for a long time in a day.

b. We should climb the high altitude with experienced and cooperative friends.

c. Pregnant women should not climb up higher altitudes.

d. We should take oxygen while climbing up the high hills and mountains.

e. We should carry first -aid equipments and medicines while climbing up the hills
and mountains.

f. We should follow the advice of the experienced experts while travelling.
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