Which action is appropriate if someone is experiencing heat stroke?

If someone is experiencing heat stroke, moving them to a cool location is an appropriate action. Heat stroke occurs when the body’s temperature regulation system fails, often due to prolonged exposure to high temperatures and physical exertion. This can lead to a dangerously high body temperature, which can cause serious damage to internal organs and potentially result in death if not treated promptly.

By relocating the individual to a cooler environment, you help lower their body temperature, which is critical in managing heat stroke. This action complements other treatment measures, such as applying cool water or ice packs, to facilitate rapid cooling of the body.

The other options, such as giving food, covering with warm blankets, or encouraging hot beverages, do not aid in the immediate management of heat stroke and could potentially exacerbate the situation by further elevating the individual's body temperature or hindering the body's ability to cool down. Therefore, seeking a cooler environment is a fundamental and effective intervention in this life-threatening condition.