Figure 3.

Algorithm (B) for the management of an athlete with exertional heat stroke (continued from figure 2). When intravenous access is not available administer 1 mg (1 mL) Glucagon by intramuscular or subcutaneous injection and recheck blood glucose after 10 min. After Glucagon administration, administer supplemental carbohydrates orally once the patient has regained consciousness to prevent delayed hypoglycaemic. NOC, National Olympic Committee.