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Texas is known for a lot of different things: Texas barbeque, Texas chili, Texas football, etc. But, one of the most important things that stands out from many other states, especially this past summer, is the horrendous heat that comes during the summer months. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), temperatures have risen roughly 1 degree since the first half of the 20th century, and the unprecedented heat is projected to continue.
With these extreme summertime heat waves, it’s important as nursing professionals working in southern states, such as Texas, to recognize the signs and symptoms of heat-related illnesses. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, thousands of American become sick from heat-related illnesses, such as heat exhaustion or heat stroke, and in some cases become fatal.
During this warm season, it’s a good idea for nursing professionals to help spread the word about these heat-related illnesses and how to prevent them. In most cases, it can be prevented by staying hydrated, working in adequate clothing attire, taking frequent breaks, and being able to identify heat illness symptoms as they start to occur.
Although the saying goes something along the lines of “Don’t Mess with Texas”, adding the phrase “or the heat” to the end of it, might make the slogan a little more appropriate during the state’s most hot and humid days.
