Personal Safety Protocols to Avoid Dehydration, Overexertion, Hypothermia, and Hyperthermia during MVPA Participation

Question 1

It is a measurement of fluid balance in the body.

Answer 1

Hydration Status

Question 2

The 3 classifications of hydration status:

Answer 2

Hydrated - body is in optimal fluid balance
Dehydrated - body is in negative fluid balance
Over Hydrated - excess fluid has been consumed

Question 3

It is the sensation of dryness in the mouth and throat associated with a desire for liquids.

Answer 3

Thirst

Question 4

This is an excessive loss of body fluids and salt essential for normal body function.

Answer 4

Dehydration

Question 5

What are the 3 specified causes of dehydration?

Answer 5

• Perspiration or Sweating
• Urination
• Not drinking the recommended daily amount of water

Question 6

What are some signs and symptoms of dehydration?

Answer 6

 Thirst to increase water intake and decreased urine output to try to conserve water loss.
 The urine will become concentrated and more yellow in color
 Headache
 Decreased blood pressure
 Dry mouth
 Dizziness
 Muscle cramps
 Nausea and vomiting
 Sweating may stop

Question 7

What is the treatment for dehydration?

Answer 7

Fluid replacement

Question 8

This is the state of being physically and mentally pushed beyond one’s limits.

Answer 8

Overexertion

Question 9

What are the 2 possible overexertion injuries?

Answer 9

Strain & Sprain

Question 10

Overexert Injuries. Tearing or stretching of the muscle or tendon. AKA pulled muscle.

Answer 10

Strain

Question 11

Overexert Injuries. Stretching or tearing of the ligament.

Answer 11

Sprain

Question 12

What is the treatment for strain and sprain?

Answer 12

RICE

Question 13

What is the RICE method?

Answer 13

Rest
Ice
Compression
Elevate

Question 14

This occurs when body temperature is lower than the normal average of 36 degrees Celsius or when a body has more heat LOSS than production.

Answer 14

Hypothermia

Question 15

This happens when the body overheats and cannot dissipate, usually at a body temperature of more than 38 degrees Celsius.

Answer 15

Hyperthermia

Question 16

Our body is made up of approximately _______water to regulate its temperature and keeps our body to function well.

Answer 16

75%