EC & Injures:heat Part 2 Flashcards
What percent of dehydration causes a change In performance
8-10%
What does TX stand for
Treatment
What temp inside the body causes death
107-108 F
Which of the following is a medical emergency Heat stroke Heat dehydration/exhaustion Heat rash Heat syncope Heat cramps
Heat stroke
Heat stroke
MOI:
What shuts down
S/S:
TX:
MOI: elevate core body temp above
104f or 40C
Hypothalamus shuts down
S/S: confusion, fatigue, nausea, LOC, erratic behavior, seizures, sweating
Tx: immerse body in cold water
And transport to the hospital
CAUTION WITH RETURN TO PLAY
What does heat acclimatization consist of
Occurs over 1-2 wks of prolonged heat exposure
Your body makes physiological changed as it adapts to heat
What are the four stages of heat acclimatization
1) sweating occurs at an earlier onset
2) increased sweating production and evaporation of sweat
3) decreased sodium/electrolyte concentration in sweat
4) increase peripheral blood flow
What is the primary goal of fluid replacement
To maintain plasma volume so that circulation and sweating an work at optimal levels
What percent of weight loss affects athletic performance
2%
What precent of weight loss affects the thermoregulatory mechanisms
3-5%
True or false
Each pound of water loss= 1 pint of water
1
When should you drink water?
Before you are thirsty
If you are thirsty then you are ?
Dehydration
During activity how much water should you drink per 15 minutes
6-8 oz
What do sports drinks provide?
Sodium, carbs, electrolytes