Title: +038=627.001-##001T_03-Fasadevasksystem NorAcon - International Code of Practice (ICOP).pdf
Begin rewarming the casualty by covering with warm blankets, coats, other clothes, towels etc. (whatever is available). Priority should be given to the torso and head.g)Gently hugging the casualty, thereby using one’s own body heat, can help the warming process.h)Take the casualty's temperature if a thermometer is available.i)Offer warm liquids or high-energy foods, such as chocolate, to help warm up the casualty but avoid alcohol and caffeine (e.g. coffee), which speed up heat loss. However, it is important only to offer food and drink if they can swallow normally. (Use a small quantity of water to test.)j)Do not try to give fluids or food to an unconscious person.k)Continue to keep the casualty warm and dry after body temperature has increased.O.3.3.3.2.2 The casualty should be evacuated as soon as possible after initial attempts to reverse heat loss, as it is difficult and dangerous to try and adequately rewarm a severely hypothermic person in the field.