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 vasoconstriction. decreasing the blood flow to 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 (bruise)?

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.