Ch 7 Warning Signs

Question 1

Muscle cramps can be caused by the
following:
a) Electrolyte imbalances
b) Muscle fatigue
c) Dehydration
d) All of the above

Answer 1

D) All of the above.

Question 2

If a person feels _____________________________,
dehydration has already started.

Answer 2

Thirsty.

Question 3

Dehydration can be avoided if a client drinks
a lot of water right before training. True or
False?

Answer 3

False.

Question 4

Water is lost through
a) Skin and respiratory tract
b) Urination and feces
c) Skin
d) Both a and b

Answer 4

D) Both A & B.

Question 5

If a person is suffering from _______________,
he should be relocated to a cool area where
he can lie down and drink plenty of fluids.

Answer 5

Heat exhaustion.

Question 6

If a person is suffering from _______________,
he needs medical attention in addition to
being relocated to a cool area and given
fluids.

Answer 6

Heat stroke.

Question 7

Over-hydration is a common problem that
can be treated with rest and fluid restriction.
True or False?

Answer 7

False.

Question 8

If a person is dehydrated, the best way to
overcome this is to consume:
a) Water
b) Electrolyte based drinks (e.g., Gatorade)

Answer 8

B) Electrolyte based drinks (e.g. Gatorade).

Question 9

Water intoxication causes thickening of
the blood and hypernatremia (too much
sodium). True or False?

Answer 9

False.

Question 10

A person suffering from heat exhaustion will
have __________________________________________
skin, while a person suffering from heat
stroke will have _____________________________
skin.

Answer 10

Moist and flushed; hot and dry.