Sports Medicine - CQ2 Flashcards
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Children and young athletes - Medical conditions (3)
- Asthma
- Diabetes
- Epilepsy
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Asthma
effects the airways & can make it hard to breath
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Asthma - signs and symptoms (6)
- tightness of chest
- difficulty breathing
- wheezing
- pale & sweaty skin
- shortness of breath
- rapid shallow breathing
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Asthma - management (6)
- reassure sufferer
- assist asthmatic into upright position
- assist administering 4 puffs of prescribed medication
- encourage sufferer to relax and control their breathing
- if breathing doesn’t improve after 4 minutes, repeat medication
- seek medical advice if there is no improvement
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Asthma - Implication (3)
- reduced sport participation
- sleep problems
- anxiety
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Asthma - strategies to reduce risk (4)
- avoid potential triggers (e.g. colds/flus, allergens, environmental or emotional factors etc.)
- ensure preventative medication is taken, if appropriate
- ensure suitable warm-up occurs
- monitor constantly through participation, treat as necessary (rest or medication)
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Diabetes
effects the bodies ability to properly maintain blood glucose levels
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Diabetes - Signs and Symptoms (hypoglycemia) (5)
- pale
- disoriented/slurred speech
- confusion
- shakiness, dizziness, drowsiness
- tired or weak
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Diabetes - Signs and Symptoms (hyperglycemia) (3)
- tired/drowsiness
- blurred vision
- increased thirst
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Diabetes - Management (hypoglycemia) (2)
- give sufferer high glycemic substance (15 grams) e.g. juice, gummies, soft drink
- after sugar, give low glycemic carbs (if necessary) e.g. fruit, biscuit
**apply DRSABCD & call 000, if unconscious
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Diabetes - Management (hyperglycemia) (3)
- Apply DRSABCD
- Don’t give sufferer any food with carbs, only water
- if conscious, allow them to administer medication (insulin)
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Diabetes - Implications (3)
- too much insulin = hypo (consequences of food choices)
- restless sleep (high at night)
- aerobic vs anaerobic exercise (blood sugar reacts differently)
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Diabetes - Strategies to reduce risk (6)
- pay attention to specific dietary needs
- monitor glucose levels
- be aware of young athletes limitations
ensure medication has been administer properly - close supervision during activity
- ensure glucose supplements are readily available
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Epilepsy
condition of recurring seizures due to a disturbance of electrochemical activity in the brain
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Epilepsy - types (2)
- Petit Mal
- Grand Mal
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Epilepsy - Petit Mal
Brief loss of conscience
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Epilepsy - Grand Mal
Muscular spasms & convulsion
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Epilepsy - Signs and Symptoms (Petit Mal) (3)
- stare
- have temporary loss of memory
- odd movements
**often goes unnoticed
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Epilepsy - Signs and Symptoms (Grand Mal) (3)
- suddenly cries out
- falls to ground
- their body is rigid/jerking movements
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Epilepsy - Management (Grand Mal) (3)
- ensure sufferer’s safety
- clearing area of hard/protruding objects immediately
- never restrain sufferer or put anything in their mouth - reassure & comfort sufferer once seizure has passed
- seek medical help
** if seizure continues longer than 10 minutes, seek medical attention
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Epilepsy - Implications (2)
- always need supervision
- ensure medication has been taken
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Epilepsy - Strategies to reduce risk (6)
- from first instance of seizure the person nearby must protect the sufferer from object that they could get hurt from
- be aware of triggers, types & extent of children’s seizures
- be aware of young athlete’s limitations
- closely supervise the activity/sport
- avoid certain sports which are not appropriate (water sports, contact sport)
- ensure medication is administered, if required
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Children and young athletes - Overuse injuries
occurs from repetitive actions that place too much stress on the bones, muscles & tendons. they are common in children due to their different growth rates of bines & soft tissues.
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Overuse injuries - Causes (7)
- growth spurts
- high training volume, intensity & frequency
- inadequate warm ups
- lack of good general fitness
- biomechanical problems (stress on body parts)
- unstable equipment (e.g. shoes)
- strength & flexibility imbalances
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Overuse injuries - management (4)
- immediate rest for 4-8 weeks
- frequent use of ice to reduce inflammation
- possible use of anti-inflammatory medication
- use of corrective devices & exercise to improve mechanics (if caused by biomechanical factors)
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Overuse injuries - Implications (3)
- Having a variety of sports/activities
- large rest periods
-recovery
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Overuse injuries - Strategies to prevent (4)
- effective warm ups & cool downs
- fitness plans with variety of exercises
- gradually increasing weight
- leave time to recover
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Thermoregulation
the ability to balance heat loss versus heat gain
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Thermoregulation - signs and symptoms (heat gain) (11)
- dizziness/fainting
- hot & dry skin
- lack of sweating
- throbbing headache
- behavioral changes (e.g. confusion)
- muscle weakness & cramps
- nausea & vomiting
- rapid, shallow breathing
- rapid heartbeat
- seizures
- unconscious/coma
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Thermoregulation - Signs & symptoms (heat loss) (4)
- loss of motor skills
- shivering
- decrease in blood circulation & skin temperature
- pale
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Thermoregulation - Management (heat gain) (8)
- move individual indoors/shady area
- call 000/medical help (continue steps while waiting)
- have the person lie down & elevate feet
- if still conscious, have them sip cool water
- remove clothing
- cool the person by spraying cool water
- apply damp sheets/towel/sponges/ice pack to:
- wrists & ankles
- armpits
- grain - use a fan to direct air onto the body