Chapter 11

Question 1

(T/F) ? if a client has chest pain you should call 911

Answer 1

true

Question 2

(T/F) ? a fitness professional should diagnose injuries.

Answer 2

false; as a fitness professional you do not have the qualifications to diagnose injuries nor are you allowed.

Question 3

what does the acronym RICE mean?

Answer 3

rest, ice, compression, elevation

Question 4

why do you apply ice to an injury?

Answer 4

ice causes vast-constriction. decreasing the blood flow tp the injured area resulting in decreased swelling.

Question 5

how long should you apply ice to an injury?

Answer 5

apply for 15-20 minutes at a time, every 1-2 hours during the first 48-72 hours after the injury

Question 6

why should you elevate the injured part?

Answer 6

elevation of the injured part above the level of the heart uses gravity to help brain the excess fluid and decreases swelling.

Question 7

what are the symptoms for heat exhaustion?

Answer 7

pale, clammy skin, rapid weak pulse, weakness, headache or nausea, cramps in abdomen or limbs

Question 8

what is the treatment for a contusion?

Answer 8

apply ice

Question 9

what is a sprain?

Answer 9

trauma to a joint capsule or ligament

Question 10

what is the treatment for a strain?

Answer 10

R.I.C.E.

Question 11

what are the symptoms of fainting?

Answer 11

light-headedness, dizziness, pale, light sweat

Question 12

what is the treatment for a client with hypoglycemia?

Answer 12

call 911, rest, give fluid with sugar (fruit juice) or candy bar if conscious