What is NOT a typical symptom of heat exhaustion?

Cold, clammy skin is not a typical symptom of heat exhaustion. In fact, during heat exhaustion, the body is usually trying to cool itself down, which typically leads to excessive sweating, resulting in skin that may feel moist or clammy. However, as the condition worsens or transitions into heat stroke, the skin can become hot and dry, rather than cool and clammy.

In heat exhaustion, symptoms like excessive sweating, a weak rapid pulse, and headaches commonly occur due to dehydration and the body’s response to overheating. Understanding these symptoms is crucial for effectively identifying heat exhaustion and providing appropriate care. Recognizing that cold, clammy skin contradicts the expected physiological response helps clarify the nature of heat exhaustion and the body's mechanisms for thermoregulation.