Week 6 Flashcards

1
Q

is a heat-related sickness that can happen due to exposure to high temperatures often accompanied by dehydration.

A

Heat Exhaustion

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The symptoms are: excessive thirst, weakness, headache, loss of consciousness (There are two types of Heat Exhaustion)

A

Water depletion

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3
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The symptoms are: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, pale skin, profuse sweating, 
				rapid heartbeat (There are two types of Heat Exhaustion)
A

Salt depletion

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4
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are involuntary contractions of muscles that may occur simultaneously in different parts of the body, come very suddenly, and become painful in a relatively short time.

A

Spasms or cramps

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5
Q

They are caused by several of things such as muscle strain, lack of oxygen, electrolyte deficiency, or neurological disorders.

A

Spasms or cramps

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6
Q
happens when the ends of bones are forced from their normal positions due to physical trauma such as contact sports or vehicular accidents. 
These are the symptoms of it:
a)	deformation in the limb extremity
b)	skin discoloration
c)	pain
d)	loss of movement
A

Dislocation

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7
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is the irritation of a tendon (tissue attaching muscle to bone) injuries like Achilles tendonitis are found at the junction of the calf and the heel and the “tennis elbow” (tendonitis in the outside tendon of the elbow). These can be caused by a sudden injury, as well as the misuse or overuse of certain joints, and may lead to tendon rupture if severe.

A

Tendonitis

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8
Q

is characterized by pain in the front knee when in use, and occasional; knee-buckling due to a lack of support. The symptom of PPS is damaged, misaligned, or injured knee caps.

A

Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PPS)

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9
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Rest the sprained or strained area. As soon as you’re hurt, stop your dancing and rest as much as possible.
Ice for 20 minutes every hour. Never put ice directly against the skin or it may damage the skin. Apply an ice pack and use a thin towel for protection.
Compress by wrapping an elastic (Ace) bandage or sleeve lightly (not tight) around the joint or limb.
Elevate the area above the heart, if possible.

A

RICE THERAPY

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10
Q

It enables you to assist persons who became injured in the event of an accident or emergency until help arrives.

A

First aid knowledge

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