Care and Prevention of Injuries Final
Acclimatization to heat requires how many days of moderate exercise during hot weather?
14
what is heat exhaustion defined as?
a failure of the body's heat-controlling mechanism
The mechanism of injury for a contrecoup type injury would most likely be?
a force or blow causing the brain to strike the side of the skull opposite the point of impact
In assessing an eye injury, what do floaters and flashes suggest?
a posterior vitreous detachment
how is hyphema managed?
activation of EMS
After being struck on the head, an athlete presents with Battle's sign. What injury should be suspected?
basilar fracture
Why do the scalp and face tend to bleed profusely upon laceration?
because of their superficial locations
why must Athletes who have experienced heat stroke be monitored closely?
because they are more likely to get it again
If a conscious person is suffering from hypoglycemia, what should they be given?
carbs
Hematoma auris is commonly known as?
cauliflower ear
How should epistaxis be treated?
cauterization, anterior packing
what does it mean if i have a headache, blurred vision, memory loss?
concussion
Absorption of heat through the feet by standing on a hot artificial turf is an example of heat exchange termed
conduction
A baseball player slides head first into 3rdbase. As the 3rd baseman tries to tag him he brushes the Ground and sends dirt into the runner's face. The runner is now complaining of pain in his eye, it is watering, it hurts to open it and when he does open his eye he has photophobia. What do suspect you suspect the athlete has?
corneal abrasion
what are Common causes of epistaxis?
direct trauma, nasal infection, and dry nasal membranes due To prolonged inhalation of dry air
Which of the following structures would present the symptom of tinnitus?
ears
what is heat syncope?
fainting or dizziness as a result of overheating
An individual is not sweating, appears red or flushed, and the skin is hot and dry. What condition may the individual be experiencing?
heat exhaustion
Red skin color would be a sign of
heat exhaustion
what is Blood in the anterior chamber of the eye termed
hyphema
what is true about sweat?
it must be evaporated to properly cool the body
If an athlete is properly hydrated, what color should their urine be?
light yellow
what are the three layers of protective tissue that surrounds the brain and spinal cord called?
meninges
A danger that can happen with open skull fractures is the risk of a bacterial infection that can lead to?
meningitis
Electrolytes assist in the regulation of
nerve and muscle function
Orbital hematoma is commonly known as? orbital subperiosteal hemorrhage Nystagmus is when the eyes make repetiti
orbital subperiosteal hemorrhage
what organ is associated with diabetes?
pancreas
What is the most important preventative measure for head and facial injuries?
protective equipment
In evaluating a head injury, which of the following techniques can be used to assess ability to concentrate?
recite three digits, and ask the individual to recite them backwards
The management of heat exhaustion includes
rest in cool place, elevate legs, drink water
Which eye ailment would elicit a comment such as "a curtain fell over my eye"?
retinal detachment
What is tinnitus?
ringing in the ears
what should happen to a dislocated tooth before returning it to the socket?
scrubbing to remove dirt
A danger associated with return to play before symptoms of a head injury have resolved is
second impact syndrome
what is essential for head injuries and concussions?
serial evaluations
what could happen if an athlete returns to activity before the brain has completely recovered from injury?
serious brain injury
The BESS test is used to assess:
sports concussions
Delayed signs and symptoms days or even weeks after head trauma are most likely to be associated with which of the following injuries?
subdural hematoma
Which of the following is not an accurate indicator of the need to hydrate during exercise?
thirst
what does it mean if an athlete has Unequal pupils, bleeding from the nose and/or ears, loss of smell, and loss of sight?
traumatic brain injury
What happens in a coup-type injury?
under the site of impact with an object
What is nystagmus?
when the eyes make repetitive, uncontrolled movements which is associated with stroke
how soon should a dislocated tooth be replanted to have the highest success rate?
within an hour
Hematoma auris is common in which sport?
wrestling
