Wild First Aid Common Sense I. How to use the signal for help If you are seeking rescue, you can take a variety of ways [light a fire] three consecutively lit fires, the middle distance between the best equal, during the day you can burn smoke, put some grass on the fire and other items to produce smoke, plus 6 times per minute. At night, you can light a strong fire. [SOUND SOS] Signal for help from a distance that is not very far. You can shout loudly, or use other objects to make noise, such as using an axe or a stick to hit a tree. [Use of Reflectors] It is an effective way to reflect signals by using returning light. Reflective items such as metal signal mirrors, can skins, glass, eyeglasses, reflectors, etc. can be utilized. [Making signs on the ground] Ground signs can be made on relatively open ground, such as grass, beaches, and snow. Such as the grass cut into a certain sign, or in the snow to step out a certain sign; also can be used tree branches, seaweed, etc., put together a certain sign, and the air between the contact. Can also use the international civil aviation unified provisions of the ground and air contact symbols shown. Remember these words: sos (distress) send (send out) doctor (doctor) help (help) injury (injury) trapped (launch) lost (lost) water (water) Second, first aid after a venomous snake bite: the world has found 650 species of venomous snakes, our country has 50 kinds of common cobras, silver ringed snakes, five-step snakes, vipers, pit vipers, Bamboo leaf green snake, king cobra, gold ringed snake, sea snake, branded iron head and other ten species, the previous four kinds of common. 1, the distinction between venomous snakes and non-venomous snakes: usually observe two larger or deeper teeth marks on the wound before judging it as a venomous snake bite. If there are no venomous teeth marks and within 20 minutes, there are no symptoms such as localized pain, swelling, numbness and weakness, then it is a non-venomous snake bite. Simply disinfect, stop bleeding, bandage, and send to a nearby hospital for tetanus injection if available. Neurotoxicity --- silver ring snakes, generally shallow wounds Blood-circulating venom --- five-paced snakes, vipers, pit vipers, bamboo leaf green snakes, generally deeper wounds Neurotoxicity Blood-circulating venom --- cobras, king cobras, cytotoxicity Neurotoxicity --- sea snakes 2, the main symptoms of the venomous snake bite: neurotoxic venomous snakes, pain in the wound, localized swelling, stonedness, dyskinesia, drooping eyes, pupil dilatation, localized weakness, paralysis of swallowing, stammering , drooling, nausea, vomiting, coma, respiratory distress, and even respiratory failure, and the injured person may die within 8 to 72 hours. In blood circulation vipers, burning pain, localized swelling and spreading, purple spots, bruises, blisters around the wound, and plasma blood oozing from the wound. Skin or subcutaneous tissue necrosis, fever, nausea, vomiting, bleeding from the seven orifices, bloody sputum, hematuria, lowered blood pressure, pupil constriction, cramps, and can lead to the death of the injured person within 6-48 hours after being bitten. 3, rescue measures: (1), the scene of self-help: snakebite, be calm, do not move around, delay the absorption of snake venom, first need to find a cloth belt or long shoelace in the wound at the upper end of the 5 ~ 10 centimeters (close to the end of the heart) tied tightly, in order to prevent necrosis of the limb, every twenty minutes or so, relax for 2 ~ 3 minutes, the application of cold boiled water to rinse the surface of the wound repeatedly snake venom. Then take the venomous fang tooth mark as the center, use the sterilized blade to cut the skin of the wound into a cross shape, and then squeeze with both hands, dial fire can, vacuum suction tube or cover the wound with four or five layers of gauze, and use the mouth to suck through the gauze (there can not be a wound inside the mouth) to suck out the venom in the wound as much as possible. Take antidote snake medicine immediately and apply antivenom powder around the wound. Try to minimize the movement of the injured person, and quickly sent to a nearby hospital for treatment (it is best to kill the poisonous snake and send it to the hospital to determine the type of snake venom). (2), drugs: Nantong snake tablets, Guide rope snake tablets, etc.; (3), call: contact with the local "120", sos. (4), notes: do not belittle the symptoms of neurotoxic poisoning, do not trust individual snake doctor, try to contact the local nearby hospital. Third, first aid after insect bites: 1, centipede bites: apply ammonia 2, bee stings: use tweezers to take out the remaining bee needles, apply ammonia, avoid drinking alcohol. Fourth, dressings to stop bleeding: the purpose of dressings: compression to stop bleeding, reduce infection, protect the wound, reduce pain, fixed dressings and splints. Dressing materials: the most common are bandage, triangular towel, four headband, can also be used towels, handkerchiefs, sheets, cloth, clothes and so on. Try to elevate the bleeding area, especially when the extremities are injured. If you encounter bleeding from simultaneous injuries to the hands and feet, you can let the patient sit or lie down and raise the bleeding site, which is quite an effective way to stop bleeding. Direct pressure on the proximal end of the bleeding site. Fourth, sprains: V. Fractures CPR: Sixth, fever and heatstroke: Field crossing activities Crossing is a way of adventure tourism. As the name suggests, all from one point on the map to another point on foot, to rule out all kinds of difficulties along the way, can be described as a mountain, water bridge, and ultimately reach the designated location of the activity, where the starting point and the end point does not overlap, do not go back the way of the wilderness adventure activities can be called traversing. Now we often carry out the field crossing is to bring their own equipment and sustenance, in the absence of external assistance, hiking, relying only on topographic maps, compass and their own minds to distinguish the direction, to determine the route of an outdoor sport. It is difficult to explore the unknown, and requires the traverser to have good physical and psychological qualities in addition to mastering professional skills such as mountaineering, rock climbing, descending, rafting, stream tracing, orienteering and cross-country, and wilderness survival. As this adventure sport is rich in exploratory and challenging, it is more and more favored and loved by young people, and has become a useful activity for them to understand nature and expand themselves. Wild crossing its type according to the crossing location, there are mountain jungle crossing, desert wilderness crossing, snow glacier crossing, etc., according to the way of traveling, there are hiking, bicycling, driving a motor vehicle crossing. Among them, hiking mountain (jungle) crossing is the most basic form, hiking crossing ability is the basis of all crossing activities. As the wild crossing often choose those terrain is more complex, rare, without any indication signs of the region, which requires players to play team spirit, help each other, **** degree of difficulty. Participate in the field across the friends equipped with hiking boots, backpacks, compass and other personal equipment at the same time, but also need to take advantage of some professional outdoor adventure collective equipment, the Dinghu crossing in our use of professional collective equipment include: 1, maps: a good map (scale 1: 50,000) is essential, with which you can understand in advance of the profile of the ground, the direction of the mountains, the river's direction, etc., easy to Plan the route, determine the location, set the unexpected retreat route; 2, global satellite positioning device (referred to as gps): is a geodesic and geographic location positioning instruments, in any location, at any moment can be tracked at the same time to more than four geosynchronous satellites, and through the reception of radio waves from multiple satellites to calculate the longitude, latitude and elevation of the gps holder is located in data that will enable you to make the field without the lost of the Judas, the price of 2000 yuan each. Each price of about 2000 yuan; 3, short-range radio walkie-talkie: if the team is large, and there are separate actions, each group has a walkie-talkie is necessary, so that you can maintain the team's overall action of the coordinated, as well as each other to point out the way and other help, the price of about 1500 yuan per unit; 4, mountain tents: it is your field activities of the "home! ", it can provide you with shelter from the wind and rain, defense against mosquito bites, the price of each between 300 yuan and 600 yuan; 5, professional mountaineering rope: usually should be prepared for a 50-meter static rope for slow descent, ascent and a 50-meter power rope for rock climbing, in addition to the rope can also provide protection and accidental rescue, professional mountaineering rope made of synthetic fibers, but also need to obtain the International Association of Mountaineering ( uiaa) certification. Professional climbing ropes are made of synthetic fibers and need to be certified by the International Association of Mountaineering Associations (UIAA), so you can be sure that you'll be able to trust your entire body with them. The price of each mountaineering rope is between 1,300 yuan and 1,600 yuan, in addition, of course, you also need to master some simple knot tying method; 6, safety harness: locks, ascender, descender (8 ring and srt descender), fast hanging, flat belt, pulleys and other mountaineering equipment will provide you with the challenge of the difficulty of the indispensable tools; 7, stoves: in many of the forest reserves prohibit the ignition of campfires, therefore, it is necessary to carry a steam stove for climbing adventure. Carry mountaineering adventure with steam stove (gas stove), simple to use, convenient, a day of running around tired, can drink a mouthful of hot tea, really comfortable. Imported steam stove prices generally range from 500 to 700 yuan; 8, portable filters: in the wild is not recommended to drink directly in the streams and rivers in the water, the most effective way is to boil the water to drink, you can also use portable filters and disinfectant tablets on the water after filtering and disinfection in the drinking; 9, medical kit: on the way to the stone bruises, thorns and thistles are often scratched, hemostatic stickers, bandages, iodine, Iodine, stop leakage medicine and so on can not be less. Sometimes accidentally stepped on a snake, may also give a bite, don't be nervous, before the departure of the leader will explain the method of field medical rescue, it is best to configure a snake venom vacuum suction tube. Professional equipment is only for you to improve the safety of security, to participate in wilderness adventure activities, the most important thing is that you need to have a strong heart. Summer field activities equipment list Personal equipment: waterproof flashlight or headlamp, military water bottle with lunch box, 45 liters or more backpack, protective glasses (can be replaced by sunglasses), field travel clothing (optional thermal insulation sweat underwear, fleece jacket, brightly colored tear-proof windbreaker, tear-proof and quick-drying dual-use pants and shorts), waterproof boots, warm sweat cotton socks, contact with the emergency use of whistles, marching knife (Swiss Army knife), Travel cap, cotton or leather gloves, plastic film bag, plastic sandals (replacement when wading), moisture-proof pad, down or porous cotton mummy-style sleeping bag, spare batteries 4, waterproof sports watch, compass, air-flush pillow, thermal insulation aluminum film, hiking poles, tie legs, insect masks, candles or glow sticks, safety helmets, fishing hooks and lines, magnifying glasses, water filtration tubes, saw blades, mountaineering knives and so on *; Personal medicines: cold medicine Patchouli pills or safranin, bone-setting medicines, hemostatic patches, vitamins B and C, wind-repellent oils, etc.; Collective medicines: ligature, ammonia, iodine, sulphur powder, bandages, snake-venom vacuum pipettes, snake medicines, freezing sprays; Personal foodstuffs: small quantities of chocolates, cookies, ham hocks, compressed biscuits, small quantities of salt, beef raisins, raisins, marshmallows or fructose, tea bags or triple-unit coffees; Personal effects: toothbrush/toothpaste, fast-drying towels, sanitary towels; Personal items: toothbrushes/ Toothpaste, quick-drying towel, toilet paper/paper towel, lighter, travel-size shower gel, mosquito repellent (applicable in summer), sunscreen; group equipment: double tent, stove, cooking utensils, military shovels, 25-meter safety ropes, locks, safety belts, STOP and 8-ring descender; collective food: rice, waxed sausage, cereals, instant maize gruel, canned crucian carp and canned luncheon meat, canned pork with preserved mustard greens, Eagle brand milk, squash Dried mushrooms and vegetables; Selection of equipment for field activities The main field equipment for participating in these activities are: tents, backpacks, sleeping bags, moisture-proof pads or air mattresses, mountaineering ropes, trekking poles, rock spikes, safety belts, ascender, descender, large and small locks, rope covers, helmets, goggles, windproof, waterproof, and perspiration-proof clothing and pants, gloves, hiking boots, socks, jungle hats, cooking utensils, stoves, multifunctional kettles, straws, or water purification cups, Compass, binoculars, contour maps or other information, waterproof lamps, various knives and so on. Tent: southern mountainous areas with more seasonal rainfall, humid and foggy, it is best to use waterproof and windproof performance is better double yurt type tent, the bottom of its more than 2m * 2m square, available for 2-3 people to live, easy to set up, covers an area of less. In the purchase of the tent fabric seams need to check whether there is waterproof pressure glue. The price of double-layer tent is generally between 500 yuan and 700 yuan. After the tent is set up, don't forget to dig a drainage ditch about 10cm deep around the tent, in order to prevent the invasion of snakes and insects can be sprinkled around the point of sulfur powder or sand and ginger powder, under the condition that you can also spray some anti-mosquito water on the tent; Backpacks: hiking, adventure is best to use with metal frame 45 liters or more professional mountaineering backpacks, in the choice of mountaineering bags should be considered in the following aspects: 1, backpacking system is designed to be scientific, ventilation, air permeability, force transmission, backpacking, backpacking, backpacking, backpacking, backpacking, backpacking, and backpacking. Breathable, force transfer, back comfort and load-bearing strength, mountaineering bag support mechanism early common aluminum frame, u-tube or double aluminum bar support, the current improvement of the backpack using the "? The current improved backpack adopts "?" type support; 2, whether the loading system is reasonable and convenient; 3, whether the external hanging system is reasonable; 4, the fabric should be chosen to have waterproof coating of tear-proof nylon cloth. Currently on the market "big pack", "nikko" brand 500 yuan to 1000 yuan or so are good choices. Have a good performance of the mountaineering bag in the long-distance trekking so that you have no disadvantage, and can be used for life. If rock climbing, assault summit, ShuoXi when choose no metal frame of small backpack (assault bag) is more appropriate; Sleeping bag: Mountaineering boots: when buying mountaineering shoes to choose than the usual wear a little larger, to the heel of the foot inside the position can be stretched into the head of a finger shall prevail. After a long hike, your feet will swell up, and you will need to wear thicker socks or two pairs of socks in the cold winter, so it's best to buy one size bigger when purchasing hiking boots. Currently, leather hiking shoes with vibram soles and gore-tex coating are the best, with excellent friction and abrasion resistance, waterproof and breathable, but more expensive. Moisture-proof pad or air mattress: Moisture-proof sleeping pads or inflatable sleeping pads are used to isolate from the ground and maintain body temperature and sleep quality. Moisture-proof sleeping pad for high-density sponge, the price ranges from 30 yuan to 50 yuan, the advantages of light weight, moderate price, wide range of applications, the disadvantage of general comfort, easy to damage; inflatable sleeping pad priced at about 200 yuan, the advantages of good thermal insulation, high comfort, the disadvantage of the price is higher, heavier weight, inconvenient to carry, easy to leakage. It is recommended to use moisture-proof sleeping pads for camping in the jungle and inflatable sleeping pads in cold areas. Rope: usually slow descent, ascent, explore the hole should use static climbing rope, and rock climbing should use power climbing rope, in addition to climbing rope in the adventure activities can also be used for protection and accidental rescue, professional climbing rope made of synthetic fibers, but also need to get the international mountaineering federation (uiaa) the quality of the authentication, the world's famous professional climbing rope brand most of the international certification (uiaa, usa, ce, etc.) The rope can be used for the whole body, so you can rest assured that the whole body will be delivered to it. Domestic use is more beal climbing rope, price in 1300 yuan to 1600 yuan, in addition, of course, you also need to master some simple knot hitting method, learn to tie knots is actually quite interesting; Seat belts: mountaineering with seat belts for climbing and descending, the price of 300 yuan to 600 yuan; Helmets: to prevent the stone flying down and cause accidents, can be used instead of an industrial helmet; Cookware: portable sets of pots and pans, sets of bowls, etc.; Stove: the first time to buy a stove, it is recommended to buy a gas stove, the reason is that it can be used as a personal stove, can also be used as a group of equipment for emergency stoves, and most importantly, in the use of maintenance is also more convenient; Multifunctional kettle: a combination of, can be used as a simple cookware. Currently more common is the military kettle, inexpensive and beautiful, the unit price of 35 yuan (1 liter), 48 yuan (1.5 liters); Straws or water purification cups: an important tool for survival in the wild, used to purify water; North compass: identify the direction and assist in the use of maps; Swiss Army Knife: the quality of the Swiss Army Knife can be described in three words, that is, "sharp, sturdy and durable! The quality of Swiss Army Knife can be described in three words: "sharp, strong and durable". Complex mountain marching In mountain marching, in order to avoid getting lost, save energy, and improve the speed of marching, we should strive to have a road instead of going through forests and mountains, and to have a big road instead of taking a small road. If there is no road, you can choose to travel in the longitudinal beams, ridges, hillsides, rivers and streams edge, as well as high trees, forest sparse, large gaps, grass low sparse terrain. Generally do not walk in deep ravines and gorges with large depths and places with thick grass, rattan and bamboo intertwined, and strive to walk on the beams instead of ditches, and walk vertically instead of horizontally. Marching should follow the principle of large steps, the same is true for mountainous areas. If you increase the stride, three steps and two steps, dozens of kilometers down, you can take many fewer steps, save a lot of energy. As the saying goes, "Be not afraid of slowing down or standing up." When fatigue, the application of relaxation of slow walking to rest, and do not stop, stand for a minute, slow walking can be out of dozens of meters. Mountain walking often encounters various rocky slopes and steep walls. Therefore, rock climbing is a major skill in mountaineering. Before climbing rocks, you should make a careful observation of the rocks, carefully identify the quality and degree of weathering of the rocks, and then determine the direction of climbing and the route through. The most basic method of rock climbing is the "three-point fixation" method, which requires the climber's hands and feet to work well together. After fixing two hands and one foot or two feet and one hand, then move the other point, so that the center of gravity of the body gradually rises. When using this method, to prevent jumping and jumping up, and avoid two points at the same time to move, and must be stable, light, fast, according to their own situation, choose the most appropriate distance and the most stable pivot point, do not cross the big step and grab, stirrups too far point. Grassy slopes and scree slopes are one of the most widely distributed terrains in the mountains. In the mountains below 3,000 meters above sea level, except for the cliffs, almost most of them are grassy slopes and scree slopes. Climbing slopes of less than 30 degrees can be done in a straight line. Lean your body slightly forward, land on the palms of your feet, bend your knees, and form a figure of eight with your feet, and don't step too big or too fast. When the slope is greater than 30 degrees, it is more difficult to climb in a straight line. Because the two wrist joints are not good to stretch, easy to fatigue; slope is large, the gravel is easy to roll, easy to slip. Therefore, generally take the "zigzag" ascending method. That is, in accordance with the "zigzag" route horizontal up diagonal into. It is recommended to use two trekking poles, four pivots are better than two pivots. When climbing, the legs are slightly bent, the upper body is leaning forward, the inner toes are forward, the whole foot is on the ground, and the outer toes are slightly flared out. When passing through grassy slopes, be careful not to grab trees and climb and lead grass vines, so as not to pull off and make people fall. Traveling on the gravel slope, we should pay special attention to the foot should be solid, lifting the foot should be light, so as to avoid the rolling of the gravel. In traveling accidentally slide, should immediately face the hillside, open arms, straight legs (toes up), so that the center of gravity as far as possible upward, in order to reduce the speed of sliding. In this way, you can try to find a climbing guide and support in the slide. Never sit face out, as you will not only slide faster, but also roll easily on steeper slopes. When traveling in the mountains during the rainy season, you should try to avoid low-lying areas, such as gullies, rivers and streams, to prevent flash floods and landslides. In the event of a thunderstorm, you should immediately go to a nearby low-lying area or thick bush, and do not hide under a tall tree. Large trees often attract falling mines, causing people to be struck by lightning. When avoiding thunderstorms, metal objects should be temporarily stored in an easy-to-find place, do not carry on the body, you can also look for low-lying places to lie to. In mountainous areas, if you encounter wind, snow, fog, strong winds and other inclement weather, you should stop traveling, take shelter under the cliffs or in caves, and wait until the climate improves. Mountain traveling do not overestimate their physical strength, fatigue, should rest at the right time. Don't rest until you're exhausted, it's not easy to regain your strength and you won't be able to walk again. The correct method is to walk a section, and then relax and walk slowly for a period of time, or stop and rest for a while, adjust the breathing. Standing rest, do not remove the gear backpack, you can support a wooden stick under the backpack to reduce the body weight. If the weather is cold, do not sit on a rock to rest, the rock will quickly suck the heat out of the body. Traveling through the jungle, you should wear tear-proof fabrics, protective eyewear and gloves. In summer, you can choose shorts and leggings to prevent your skin from being scratched by thorns when it is exposed, and to prevent you from being attacked by snakes and wasps. Wilderness Survival Preparation Whether you're traveling or exploring, being a survivor in the wilderness means taking every aspect into consideration. Here you'll be shown how to make sure you have the kinds of gear that are essential for whatever exploration you're about to embark on. They are crucial to wilderness survival - you need to be able to live with this. Prepare yourself 1: Make a gear checklist (taking into account the environment and geographic location you're going to). 2: Conduct a thorough physical examination before your trip. 3: research and make a well thought out travel plan. Second, the equipment sleeping bags backpacks tents radio communication equipment vehicles and so on. (add according to the individual situation) Third, life-saving box The box with some key small things is called the life-saving box. 1: matches Preferably waterproof. To save space, remove the back half of the matchstick. 2: Candles Candles can be used both as a fire and as a light source. Candles made of tallow can also be eaten or used as cooking oil in an emergency. 3: Flint Flints are useful even when wet. 4: Magnifying glass can be used to focus light directly on the fire, but also useful for pulling out and piercing needles and so on. 5: Needle and thread Several types of needles are needed. Choose a tough thread and wrap it around the needle. 6: Hooks and line Remember to take as long a line as possible, as it can also be used to catch birds. 7: Compass Prepare a compass with a clear scale and the size of a button. 8: ? Lamp ? A lamp is a crystal luminaire the size of a coin, but ideal for map-viewing at night and an excellent bait for night hooking - expensive but durable. 9: Flexible Saw Blade As the handle takes up a lot of space, it can be dispensed with. It can saw through very thick trees. 10: Trap rigging Choose a 60-90 cm length of fine copper wire for laying traps or snares, as well as for many survival problems. 11: medical vials Choose a few thin cylindrical vials, the medicine according to their own needs. Generally should have such as: analgesics, intestinal sedatives, antibiotics, antihistamines (for all kinds of allergies, mosquito bites and poisonous insects chelating, etc.), bleach, anti-malarial drugs, potassium permanganate. 12: Surgical blades At least two different types of blades should be brought. 13: Bow tie Used to fix the injured part and promote wound healing. 14: Ointment It is best to waterproof, make sure the wound is clean before use. 15: Condom Can be used as a good water bag - can hold at least 2 pints (110ml) of water. Aluminum lunchboxes are lightweight and durable, and make good cooking utensils, as well as holding a variety of life-saving items. 2: Fuel A solidified fuel block, preferably in a folding stove, should be used. 3: Flashlights Miniature flashlights take up very little space, and the batteries inside should be reversed. Lithium batteries are preferred. 4: FLASHING SIGNAL LIGHT A flashing signal light can attract the attention of rescuers, especially in confined areas. 5: Marker board A strip board made of fluorescent material, about 2 meters long and 0.3 meters wide, should be carried and can be used to attract the attention of rescuers. 6: Tea bags A cup of fresh tea can nourish the spirit, remember to bring tea powder, small packets of powdered milk and sugar. 7: Food Fat is the hardest food to come by when you are far from land. Tubes of butter, lard or ghee work well. Dehydrated meat bricks are nutritious and easy to preserve. Chocolate is good, but should not be kept for long periods of time. Salt must be carried! For simplicity, carry a salt block, or better yet, electrolytic salt powder. 8: LIFE SAVING BAGS A large polythene bag 200 cm long and 60 cm wide can be a lifesaver in cold conditions. Accidents can be drilled into it, which can prevent the heat from radiating. V. KNIVES 1: Folding knife Easy to carry, wooden handle will give you a relatively comfortable feeling. 2: Crescent-shaped curved machete This is a large, heavy short knife customarily used by the Malays, and is ideal for living and working in the wilderness. It is best used with a full length of the blade of about 30 centimeters and the weight of the whole knife does not exceed 750 grams. The face of the blade is about 5 centimeters wide at its widest point, and the end goes deep into the wooden handle grip. Survival Tips When disaster strikes, it's easy to just waste time feeling sorry for yourself until you physically and mentally collapse. So the only way to save yourself is to take positive action. A healthy person, a well-nourished person, who has faith, will certainly be able to withstand a considerable disaster physiologically speaking. Even in a condition of injury or illness, a person of stoic temperament is sure to triumph over the difficulties and make a miraculous recovery. Good training and a wealth of knowledge will give you confidence. Confidence will help you overcome fear, boredom, despair and loneliness. I BASIC NEEDS 1: WATER Life cannot be lived without water. All living things depend on water and all living things contain water. The average normal person can live three weeks without food, but not three days without water. The average normal person consumes 2-3 liters of water per day. Breathing, increased work intensity, warmer temperatures and sweating all contribute to the body's loss of water. It is essential to constantly replenish water to maintain a normal water balance. So water needs to be prioritized. A flowing water source is ideal. Maintaining fluid balance : To minimize water depletion, the following measures can be taken: a Rest more and exercise less. b Do not smoke. c Stay in a cool place. If you can't find one, set up a pergola. d Do not lie on the hot ground. e Do not eat or eat as little as possible. If the body is not hydrated, fluids are diverted from vital organs in order to digest food, which accelerates dehydration. Fats are difficult to digest and require a lot of water. f Don't drink alcohol, which uses up a lot of water in the organs. g Don't talk - don't breathe through your mouth. Finding water: The first place to look for water is in the valley bottom area, paying attention to the zone of greenery. Springs are likely to be found in dry riverbeds or under ditches.