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Importance of Prompt Care for Sports Injuries
Why is prompt care important when sports injuries occur?
It helps prevent complications and ensures quicker recovery.
p.1
Roles and Responsibilities in Emergency Situations
What are emergencies in the context of sports injuries?
Unexpected occurrences that require immediate attention.
p.1
Importance of Prompt Care for Sports Injuries
What can mistakes in initial injury management lead to?
Prolonged rehabilitation time and potentially life-threatening situations.
p.2
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What is key to providing emergency aid?
The initial evaluation of the injured athlete.
p.2
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What must all sports programs have?
A prearranged emergency action plan (EAP).
p.3
Roles and Responsibilities in Emergency Situations
What is a key consideration in an EAP regarding personnel?
Determine the number of personnel required and their responsibilities.
p.3
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What must be identified for each sport in an EAP?
Emergency equipment required.
p.1
Roles and Responsibilities in Emergency Situations
Who should be trained and certified in CPR, AED use, and first aid?
All fitness professionals, coaches, and others in sports science.
p.2
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What is the primary concern in an emergency action plan?
To maintain the functioning of cardiovascular and central nervous systems.
p.3
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What should be developed for each sport's field, court, or gymnasium?
Separate Emergency Action Plans (EAPs).
p.46
Roles and Responsibilities in Emergency Situations
What should be done prior to transporting an injured athlete with a suspected cervical spinal injury?
Remove the helmet and shoulder pads.
p.38
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
What is the purpose of elevation in treating acute musculoskeletal injuries?
It reduces internal bleeding by eliminating the effect of gravity on blood pooling in the extremities.
p.15
Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Guidelines
What should be done if an athlete is unconscious and not breathing?
They should be carefully set in a supine position and administered CPR.
p.53
Emergency Splinting Techniques
What is the first step in the four-point crutch gait?
The athlete stands on both feet.
p.8
Parent Notification and Consent in Sports Injuries
What does HIPAA require regarding injured minors?
The athletic trainer must obtain actual consent from parents prior to treatment.
p.50
Transporting Injured Athletes Safely
When can an athlete be carried using manual conveyance?
After a complete examination.
p.50
Transporting Injured Athletes Safely
What is manual conveyance used for?
To move a mildly injured athlete a greater distance than they could walk with ease.
p.49
Transporting Injured Athletes Safely
How should the arms of an athlete be positioned during ambulatory aid?
Arms should be draped over the shoulders of assistants, with their arms encircling the athlete's back.
p.31
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
Who performs the off-field assessment?
An athletic trainer, physical therapist, or physician.
p.12
Primary and Secondary Survey in Emergency Care
What takes precedence during a primary survey?
Life-threatening injuries take precedence over other injuries.
p.13
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
Why is unconsciousness considered a dilemma in sports?
Because the affected athlete must always be considered to have a life-threatening injury.
p.39
Emergency Splinting Techniques
Why should any suspected fracture be splinted before moving the athlete?
To prevent increased tissue damage, hemorrhage, and shock.
p.39
Emergency Splinting Techniques
What is a key principle of good splinting?
To splint from one joint above the fracture to one joint below the fracture.
p.24
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
What should be done if internal hemorrhage occurs subcutaneously or intramuscularly?
The athlete may be moved without danger in most instances.
p.4
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What information must be provided when making an emergency phone call?
Type of emergency, type of suspected injury, present condition of the athlete, current assistance being given, location of phone being used, and location of emergency.
p.7
Roles and Responsibilities in Emergency Situations
Why is cooperation important among emergency care providers?
Cooperation and professionalism are essential for providing effective health care to injured athletes.
p.15
Transporting Injured Athletes Safely
What is the procedure for an athlete who is prone and breathing?
They should be logrolled onto a spine board.
p.38
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
What is the relationship between the degree of elevation and swelling reduction?
The greater the degree of elevation, the more effective the reduction in swelling.
p.13
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What must always be called for an unconscious athlete?
The rescue squad for treatment.
p.22
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
How should pressure be applied when controlling bleeding?
Firmly against the resistance of a bone unless there is an underlying fracture.
p.16
Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Guidelines
Who should be certified in CPR, AED, and first aid?
Individuals associated with competitive or recreational sports programs.
p.31
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
When is the off-field assessment conducted?
Once the athlete has been removed from the site of the initial injury.
p.6
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
Who should be included in the emergency care plans during athletic events?
Coaches, referees, parents of athletes, and spectators.
p.34
Importance of Prompt Care for Sports Injuries
Why is protection important in the immediate treatment of injuries?
To prevent further damage to the injured area.
p.36
Importance of Prompt Care for Sports Injuries
How does ice application affect hypoxia?
It lowers hypoxia by decreasing tissue demand for oxygen.
p.40
Emergency Splinting Techniques
What is an air splint?
A clear plastic splint inflated with air around the affected part.
p.9
Parent Notification and Consent in Sports Injuries
What type of consent should be obtained from parents or guardians before the season begins?
Actual consent in writing.
p.8
Parent Notification and Consent in Sports Injuries
What does parental permission grant in the context of treating an injured athlete?
Permission to treat the specific condition.
p.37
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
What is the role of compression in treating acute musculoskeletal injuries?
It helps decrease hemorrhage and edema.
What are the three types of hemorrhage?
Arterial, venous, and capillary.
p.11
Primary and Secondary Survey in Emergency Care
What key aspects are assessed during the primary survey?
Airway, breathing, circulation, shock, or severe bleeding.
p.19
Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Guidelines
What should you do after establishing unresponsiveness?
Activate the emergency response system by dialing 911.
p.36
Importance of Prompt Care for Sports Injuries
What are the benefits of applying ice to an acute injury?
Decreases pain, lowers cell metabolism, and reduces tissue demand for oxygen.
p.29
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
Why is it important to know the mechanism of the injury?
To determine the most affected area of the body.
p.52
Emergency Splinting Techniques
How does the athlete position their affected foot while using the tripod method?
The affected foot is completely elevated or partially bearing weight.
p.40
Emergency Splinting Techniques
When is a rapid form immobilizer most useful?
For injuries that are angulated and must be splinted in the position in which they are found.
p.5
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
Who should be informed of the emergency plan?
All staff and maintenance personnel.
p.11
Primary and Secondary Survey in Emergency Care
Why is the secondary survey important?
It uncovers additional problems that may become serious if left untreated.
p.26
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
What happens to blood pressure during shock?
Decreased blood pressure.
p.27
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
How should body temperature be managed in cases of shock?
Maintain body temperature as close to normal as possible.
p.47
Transporting Injured Athletes Safely
What is used to secure the head of the patient on the spine board?
Lateral restraint pads and straps or tape over the chin and forehead.
p.35
Importance of Prompt Care for Sports Injuries
What is the first step in the POLICE method?
Protection from further injury.
p.20
Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Guidelines
What should you check for within 10 seconds if there is no AED available?
Check for a definite pulse.
p.13
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What is unconsciousness?
A state of insensibility characterized by a lack of conscious awareness.
p.48
Transporting Injured Athletes Safely
What is the first step in stretcher carrying a patient?
All rescuers place themselves in a position to stand.
p.32
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What should you pay attention to when listening to the athlete?
How the athlete answers questions pertaining to injuries.
p.34
Importance of Prompt Care for Sports Injuries
What is the primary goal of immediate treatment following an acute musculoskeletal injury?
To limit swelling and minimize pain.
p.33
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
How should palpation be conducted during off-field assessment?
Begin away from the injured area and progress to deeper palpation.
p.22
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
What is the purpose of elevating an injured area?
To reduce blood pressure and facilitate venous and lymphatic drainage.
How does venous bleeding appear?
Dark red with continuous flow.
p.30
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What should be considered regarding the transportation of an injured athlete?
The manner of transportation required.
p.16
Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Guidelines
What do Good Samaritan Laws provide?
Legal protection to individuals voluntarily providing emergency care.
How does arterial bleeding present?
Flows in spurts and is bright red.
p.7
Roles and Responsibilities in Emergency Situations
Who has the final say in the transportation of injured athletes?
Emergency medical technicians.
What precautions must be taken when dealing with bleeding?
Universal precautions to reduce risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
p.29
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What should be done to the region of injury during the assessment?
Palpate the region of injury gently.
p.5
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What type of contact information should be carried at all times?
Contact information for all athletes, coaches, and other personnel.
p.14
Primary and Secondary Survey in Emergency Care
What does C A B stand for in emergency care?
Circulation, Airway, and Breathing.
p.35
Importance of Prompt Care for Sports Injuries
What does optimal loading involve?
Determining and incorporating the appropriate progression for healing.
p.42
Emergency Splinting Techniques
What is a challenge when splinting around the shoulder?
Splinting is difficult but can be done with a shoulder sling.
p.20
Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Guidelines
What should you do if the AED indicates a shockable rhythm?
Give 1 shock, then resume CPR immediately for 2 minutes.
p.28
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What does skin color indicate during a secondary assessment?
It can indicate circulation and oxygenation status.
p.25
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
What can severe bleeding, fractures, or internal injuries lead to?
An increased potential for shock.
p.12
Primary and Secondary Survey in Emergency Care
What are examples of life-threatening injuries?
Injuries requiring cardiopulmonary resuscitation, profuse bleeding, and shock.
p.32
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What is the first step in off-field assessment of an injury?
Obtain as much information about the injury as possible.
p.32
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What visual signs should be observed during an injury assessment?
Deformity, swelling, edema, skin discoloration, and tissue temperature change.
p.34
Importance of Prompt Care for Sports Injuries
How can rehabilitation time be affected by initial injury treatment?
If controlled initially, rehabilitation time will be greatly reduced.
p.53
Emergency Splinting Techniques
After moving the crutch forward in the four-point gait, what is the next action?
The opposite foot is stepped forward.
p.37
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
What are some examples of compression methods?
Elastic wraps, tape, and commercial pneumatic compression devices.
p.5
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What should be ensured about keys to gates or locks in an Emergency Action Plan (EAP)?
They should be easily accessible.
p.4
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
Why is it important to know the location of the phone being used during an emergency call?
To ensure responders can locate the caller and provide assistance quickly.
p.4
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What should be communicated about the location of the emergency?
How to enter the facility.
p.29
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What are the two initial assessment techniques to be conducted?
Visual observation and initial assessment.
p.26
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
What severe symptoms may occur in shock related to urinary and bowel function?
Urinary retention and fecal incontinence.
p.3
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What alternative should be used if wireless phones are unreliable?
Landline phones must be used instead.
p.41
Emergency Splinting Techniques
Can a SAM Splint be reused?
Yes, the same sheet of splint material can be reused as many times as desired.
p.42
Emergency Splinting Techniques
How is the upper limb secured during splinting?
The upper limb is bound to the body.
p.28
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What does the presence of pain indicate?
Possible injury or condition requiring further assessment.
p.9
Parent Notification and Consent in Sports Injuries
Why is obtaining written consent important?
It can be used as grounds to provide medical treatment in emergencies.
p.49
Transporting Injured Athletes Safely
How should support be provided during ambulatory aid?
Complete and even support should be provided on both sides by individuals.
p.22
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
What is the primary technique for controlling external bleeding?
Direct pressure applied over a wound with a hand over a sterile gauze pad.
p.19
Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Guidelines
What is the first step in administering CPR to an adult?
Establish unresponsiveness.
p.34
Importance of Prompt Care for Sports Injuries
What does the acronym P R I C E stand for in injury management?
Protection, Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation.
p.53
Emergency Splinting Techniques
What happens to the crutch on the same side as the foot that moved forward?
It moves just ahead of the foot.
What is the appearance of capillary bleeding?
Exudes from tissue and is reddish in color.
p.30
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
Why is it important to document findings from an on-field exam?
To have a written record of the findings.
p.10
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
Into what two parts is the on-the-field assessment divided?
Primary and secondary survey.
p.16
Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Guidelines
Why is it important for individuals providing emergency medical care to be aware of Good Samaritan Laws?
To understand the legal protections available when providing emergency care.
p.19
Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Guidelines
What should you do if there is a definite pulse?
Give 1 breath every 5 to 6 seconds.
p.3
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What policies should be established in an EAP?
Policies and procedures regarding the removal of protective equipment.
p.31
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What are special tests in the context of off-field assessment?
Specific evaluations designed to assess the function of the injured area.
p.44
Transporting Injured Athletes Safely
Is there any excuse for poor handling of an injured athlete?
No, there is no excuse for poor handling.
p.42
Emergency Splinting Techniques
What is necessary for splinting fractures involving the knee, thigh, or hip?
Splinting of lower-limb joints and one side of the trunk.
p.28
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
When is a secondary assessment conducted?
If the athlete has no life-threatening injuries.
p.15
Primary and Secondary Survey in Emergency Care
When can the secondary survey begin?
Once the athlete’s condition is stabilized.
p.48
Transporting Injured Athletes Safely
Who gives the command to lift and carry the patient?
The person stabilizing the cervical spine.
What is hemorrhage?
Abnormal internal or external discharge of blood.
p.11
Primary and Secondary Survey in Emergency Care
What is the primary survey in emergency care?
Assessment of potentially life-threatening problems.
p.10
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What is essential before providing appropriate medical care for injuries?
A systematic assessment of the situation.
p.36
Importance of Prompt Care for Sports Injuries
When should ice be applied after an injury?
Immediately after the injury.
p.45
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
What is essential to prevent further harm in a suspected cervical spinal injury?
Ensure spinal motor restriction (SMR).
p.19
Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Guidelines
What should you do if an AED is available?
Deliver one shock if instructed by the device and begin CPR.
p.26
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
What are common skin characteristics in shock?
Moist, pale, cool, and clammy skin.
p.6
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What is the purpose of the checklist reviewed during the 'time out'?
To ensure that all parties are ready to handle emergencies.
p.26
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
How does the respiratory rate change in shock?
Increased and shallow respiratory rate.
p.31
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What is included in the physical examination during off-field assessment?
A hands-on evaluation of the injured area.
p.18
Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Guidelines
What does the acronym C A B stand for in CPR?
Circulation, Airway, Breathing.
p.51
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
When is a crutch or cane required?
When lower extremity ambulation is contraindicated.
p.28
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What are vital signs important for in a secondary assessment?
To identify if one or more are not normal.
p.28
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
Why is the level of consciousness important in a secondary assessment?
It helps assess neurological status.
p.25
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
What can happen if shock is left untreated?
It may lead to the death of the individual.
p.49
Transporting Injured Athletes Safely
What is ambulatory aid?
Support or assistance provided to an injured individual who is able to walk.
p.9
Parent Notification and Consent in Sports Injuries
What happens in the absence of informed consent from parents?
Consent implied on the part of the athlete takes precedence.
p.39
Emergency Splinting Techniques
What should you do if an athlete appears to have a fracture?
Dial 911 to access the rescue squad immediately.
p.12
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What should be done if a life-threatening injury is identified?
Contact the rescue squad by dialing 911.
p.13
Primary and Secondary Survey in Emergency Care
What is the immediate action required for an athlete who is unconscious?
A primary survey must be conducted.
p.30
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What can be determined after completing an on-field injury inspection?
The seriousness of the injury.
p.33
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What is the first step in off-field assessment?
Systematic evaluation beginning with light pressure.
p.48
Transporting Injured Athletes Safely
What should be done with the patient upon arrival at the hospital emergency department?
The patient is transferred from the spine board to a bed.
p.39
Emergency Splinting Techniques
In what position should the injury be splinted?
In the position it is found.
p.24
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
Why is internal hemorrhage in body cavities like the skull or abdomen considered life-threatening?
Because it may lead to severe complications and is difficult to detect.
p.33
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What is the purpose of special tests in off-field assessment?
To detect specific pathologies in every body region.
p.6
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What is a 'time out' in the context of an athletic event?
A routine activity held at the beginning of an athletic event where all individuals involved in health care review a checklist to prepare for emergencies.
p.11
Primary and Secondary Survey in Emergency Care
What is the purpose of the primary survey?
To correct life-threatening situations.
p.34
Importance of Prompt Care for Sports Injuries
What is the role of ice in the P R I C E method?
To reduce swelling and pain.
p.37
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
Why might pain be felt initially when applying compression?
Due to pressure buildup in the tissues.
p.17
Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Guidelines
When should hands-only CPR be used?
For adults who unexpectedly collapse and stop breathing or are unresponsive.
p.11
Primary and Secondary Survey in Emergency Care
What does the secondary survey involve?
A detailed examination of injuries sustained.
p.5
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What is important about elevators in buildings according to an EAP?
They must accommodate a gurney or spine board.
p.17
Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Guidelines
What should a rescuer do until paramedics arrive or an AED is available?
Continue performing chest compressions.
p.31
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What does the observation component involve in off-field assessment?
Visual assessment of the injury and the athlete's condition.
p.52
Emergency Splinting Techniques
What posture does the athlete maintain while using the tripod method?
The athlete leans forward, straightens the elbows, and pulls the upper crosspiece against the side of the chest.
p.19
Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Guidelines
What is the procedure if there is no pulse?
Begin cycles of 30 compressions and 2 breaths.
p.52
Emergency Splinting Techniques
What does the athlete do after moving through the crutches?
The athlete recovers the crutches and places the tips forward again.
p.40
Emergency Splinting Techniques
When should an air splint not be used?
If it will alter fracture deformity.
p.47
Transporting Injured Athletes Safely
How should the patient be secured on the spine board?
Using spider straps applied across the chest, hips, thighs, and lower leg.
p.27
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
What should be done regarding the athlete's position based on their injury?
Positioning may need to be modified based on the injury.
p.8
Parent Notification and Consent in Sports Injuries
Why is parental consent important in treating injured minors?
It indicates that the parent is aware of the situation and the medical personnel's opinions and plans.
p.24
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
How is internal hemorrhage typically detected?
It is invisible unless manifested through body openings or imaging studies.
p.30
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What type of first aid decisions can be made during an on-field injury inspection?
Type of first aid and immobilization required.
p.6
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What should an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) include for secondary schools and colleges?
Plans to provide emergency care to individuals other than athletes, such as coaches, referees, parents, and spectators.
p.30
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
When should an injury be referred to a physician?
If the injury requires immediate referral for further assessment.
p.24
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
What is recommended for athletes with suspected internal hemorrhage?
Hospitalization and observation by medical staff.
p.7
Roles and Responsibilities in Emergency Situations
Who are usually the first to attend to an emergency involving injured athletes?
Athletic trainers or coaches.
p.31
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What are the components of an off-field assessment?
History, observation, physical examination, and special tests.
p.37
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
How does compression compare to cold and elevation in importance?
It is as essential as cold and elevation, and at times more important than them.
p.11
Primary and Secondary Survey in Emergency Care
What does the secondary survey assess?
Vital signs and symptoms.
p.27
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
What is the first step in managing shock?
Dial 911 to access emergency care.
p.26
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
What behavioral signs may indicate shock?
Disinterest in surroundings, irritability, restlessness, or excitement.
p.35
Importance of Prompt Care for Sports Injuries
What does the acronym POLICE stand for in immediate treatment following an acute musculoskeletal injury?
Protection, Optimal Loading, Ice, Compression, and Elevation.
p.14
Roles and Responsibilities in Emergency Situations
What injuries should always be considered when dealing with an unconscious athlete?
Injuries to the neck and spine.
p.51
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
How should an athlete stand when fitting for crutches?
With good posture and in low-heeled shoes.
p.20
Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Guidelines
What should you do if the AED indicates a non-shockable rhythm?
Resume CPR immediately for 2 minutes.
p.25
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
What are some predisposing factors for shock?
Extreme fatigue, extreme heat or cold, extreme dehydration and mineral loss, or illness.
p.4
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What should staff be familiar with in an Emergency Action Plan (EAP)?
Community-based emergency health care delivery plan, including communication and transportation policies.
p.48
Transporting Injured Athletes Safely
What must be ensured before transporting a person with a limb injury?
The injury is splinted properly.
p.45
Roles and Responsibilities in Emergency Situations
Who should handle the movement and transportation of an injured athlete with a suspected cervical spinal injury?
Properly trained paramedics, EMTs, or athletic trainers.
p.16
Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Guidelines
Which organizations provide certification for CPR, AED, and first aid?
The American Heart Association, the American Red Cross, or the National Safety Council.
p.10
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What information does on-the-field assessment provide?
Information regarding the direction of treatment.
p.7
Roles and Responsibilities in Emergency Situations
What should be done if athletic trainers or coaches are unavailable during an emergency?
A rescue squad should be called.
p.31
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What is the purpose of the history component in off-field assessment?
To gather information about the athlete's injury and medical background.
p.44
Transporting Injured Athletes Safely
What is essential when moving and transporting injured athletes?
Techniques that will not result in additional injury.
p.27
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
How should the feet and legs be positioned in shock management?
Elevate feet and legs 8 to 12 inches.
p.41
Emergency Splinting Techniques
What is a SAM Splint made of?
A thin sheet of soft, pliable aluminum covered by padding.
p.14
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What protective equipment should be removed to expose the airway?
Helmets, face masks, and shoulder pads.
p.20
Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Guidelines
What is the first step in administering CPR to children or infants?
Establish unresponsiveness and then call 911.
p.51
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
Where should the crutch base fall in relation to the axilla?
1 inch below the anterior fold of the axilla.
p.25
Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
What is shock in the context of medical emergencies?
A condition that occurs when a diminished amount of blood is available to the circulatory system.
p.45
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What is the first action to take in a suspected cervical spinal injury?
Dial 911 immediately to access EMS services.
p.29
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What is the first step in on-field injury inspection?
Determine injury severity and transportation of the injured athlete from the playing field.
p.17
Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Guidelines
What is the recommended rate of chest compressions during CPR?
100 to 120 uninterrupted compressions per minute.
p.40
Emergency Splinting Techniques
What is a rapid form immobilizer?
A splint made of Styrofoam chips sealed in an airtight sleeve, molded to the shape of any joint or angulated fracture using Velcro straps.
p.29
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What information should be obtained from the athlete during an injury assessment?
A brief history of the injury, if possible.
p.47
Transporting Injured Athletes Safely
What should be done after placing the patient on a spine board?
Transfer them to a less rigid stretcher for transport as soon as possible.
p.7
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What is recommended to alleviate potential conflicts among emergency care providers?
All individuals involved in an EAP should undergo practice sessions at least once a year.
p.47
Transporting Injured Athletes Safely
How should a patient be moved if they are prone?
Logroll the patient onto their back.
p.18
Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Guidelines
Who uses the C A B acronym for CPR?
The American Heart Association.
p.20
Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Guidelines
What should be done as soon as an AED becomes available?
Use the AED and immediately check rhythm.
p.51
Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
How is cane measurement taken?
From the height of the greater trochanter of the femur to the floor.
p.10
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What does on-the-field assessment determine?
The nature of the injury.
p.33
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
How are special tests used in relation to other testing procedures?
To substantiate findings of other testing procedures.
p.45
On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
How should the head and neck be positioned in a suspected cervical spinal injury?
Maintain head and neck in neutral alignment with the long axis of the body.
p.45
Emergency Splinting Techniques
What are the stabilization methods for a suspected cervical spinal injury?
Head-squeeze technique and trap-squeeze technique.
p.43
Emergency Splinting Techniques
How should upper-arm and elbow fractures be splinted?
In the position they are found.
p.43
Emergency Splinting Techniques
What materials can be used to splint hand and finger dislocations and fractures?
Tongue depressors, gauze rolls, or aluminum splints.
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Emergency Splinting Techniques
In what position should lower-arm and wrist fractures be splinted?
In the position of forearm flexion and supported by a sling.
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On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What should be noted when attending to an unconscious athlete?
Body position and level of consciousness.
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Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
What should the athlete be instructed to do regarding their injury?
Lie down and avoid viewing the injury.
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Importance of Prompt Care for Sports Injuries
What is the purpose of immobilizing the area of injury?
To protect the area and determine an appropriate method of transportation.
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Roles and Responsibilities in Emergency Situations
What can improper fit and usage of crutches or canes cause?
Abnormal stresses on various body parts.
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On-the-Field Injury Assessment Techniques
What are the key components to check during a secondary assessment?
Heart rate, breathing rate, blood pressure, temperature, skin color, pupils, movement, presence of pain, and level of consciousness.
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Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
What is a major consequence of shock?
A lack of oxygen-carrying blood cells, leading to widespread tissue death.
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Emergency Splinting Techniques
What is the tripod method in using crutches?
The athlete swings through crutches without the injured limb making contact with the ground.
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Emergency Splinting Techniques
What is the final step in the four-point crutch gait?
The opposite foot steps forward, followed by the crutch on the same side.
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Transporting Injured Athletes Safely
What is the initial step for an athlete suspected of a cervical spinal injury?
Place the patient on a long spine board, scoop stretcher, or vacuum mattress for extraction.
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Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
How often should meetings on awareness and responsibilities of personnel be held?
Annually before the beginning of the school year.
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Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What is a key responsibility assigned in an EAP for an injured athlete?
A person must be assigned to accompany them to the hospital.
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Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What is a potential issue with wireless phones in emergencies?
They may pose connectivity issues in some areas.
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Emergency Splinting Techniques
How can the material of a SAM Splint be modified?
It can be cut with a pair of taping scissors.
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Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Guidelines
What is the CPR cycle for one rescuer if there is no pulse?
30 compressions and 2 breaths.
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Transporting Injured Athletes Safely
What technique should be used if the patient is supine?
Utilize a six-plus lift and a lift and slide technique.
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Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
What type of phones should be readily available for emergency assistance?
Phones that provide access to 911 assistance.
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Importance of Prompt Care for Sports Injuries
When should protection occur following an injury?
Immediately following an injury.
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Emergency Splinting Techniques
What is required for immobilization in leg or ankle fractures?
Immobilization of the foot and knee.
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Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Guidelines
What is the CPR cycle for two rescuers if there is no pulse?
15 compressions and 2 breaths.
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Primary and Secondary Survey in Emergency Care
What should be done if the athlete is supine and breathing?
Monitor closely until consciousness returns.
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Emergency Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Guidelines
What should you do if there is a definite pulse in a child or infant?
Give 1 breath every 3 seconds.
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Controlling Bleeding and Managing Shock
What should be done about spectators during an emergency?
Keep spectators away from the injured athlete.
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Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Development
Where should crutches be placed in relation to the athlete's shoes?
6 inches from the outer margin of the shoe and 2 inches in front of the shoe.
