Chapter 11 - Safety Procedures

Question 1

(T/F) A fitness professional should diagnose injuries.

Answer 1

False.

Question 2

What does the acronym RICE mean?

Answer 2

Rest, ice, compression, elevation.

Question 3

Why do you apply ice to an injury?

Answer 3

Ice causes vaso-constriction. Decreasing blood flow to the injured area resulting in decreased swelling.

Question 4

How long should you apply ice to an injury?

Answer 4

Apply for 15–20 minutes at a time, every 1–2 hours during the first 48–72 hours after the injury.

Question 5

Why should you elevate the injured part?

Answer 5

Elevation of the injured part above the level of the heart uses gravity to help drain the excess fluid and decrease swelling.

Question 6

What are symptoms of heat exhaustion?

Answer 6

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

Question 7

What is the treatment for a contusion (bruise)?

Answer 7

Apply ice.

Question 8

What is a sprain?

Answer 8

Trauma to a joint capsule or ligament.

Question 9

What is the treatment for a strain?

Answer 9

Protect, rest, ice, compression, elevation (PRICE).

Question 10

What are the symptoms of fainting?

Answer 10

Light-headedness, dizziness, pale, light sweat.

Question 11

What is the treatment for a client with hypoglycemia?

Answer 11

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

Question 12

(T/F) If a client has chest pain you should call 911.

Answer 12

True.