Concussion
Name 1 Red Flag Concussion Symptom
neck pain, double vision, weakness or tingling in the arm, severe headache, seizure, loss of consciousness, vomiting, increasing recklessness
True or False:
911 is called for all medical emergencies
True
Is a dislocation of a finger a Medical Incident?
How many compressions do you do per cycle?
30
What are the 6 steps of the Rec Sports Incident Response Plan?
CHECK, CALL, CARE, DOCUMENT, CHAIN OF COMMAND, CLEANUP & NEXT STEPS
True or False:
You do NOT need to remove a participant from their activity if they experience a blow to the head, face, or neck.
False
Any participant who sustains a significant blow to the head, face, neck, or body followed by ANY one or a combination of concussion signs or symptoms should be removed from participation and evaluated for a concussion by a medical professional. It is not necessary for a person to exhibit all or even most of the common signs & symptoms to have a concussion.
Can you care for someone during a medical emergency?
YES, the Rec Sports Staff will begin the care, but EMS will be called
What forms are given to the patron in a medical incident?
Injury Transportation handout
What is the first thing you do before going into the scene?
Checking the scene for safety
YES
What is something not recommended for those with a suspected concussion?
be left alone (1-2hours), drink alcohol, or drive a motor vehicle.
Is an opioid drug overdose a medical emergency?
YES, 911 is needed to call and utilize the Opioid Reversal Box
Can 911 be called for a Medical Incident?
Yes, IF requested by the patron
What are the six steps of the REC Sports Incident Response Plan?
CHECK, CALL, CARE, DOCUMENT, CHAIN OF COMMAND, CLEANUP & NEXT STEPS,
Where are the BBP Kits/Blood Bins located?
Info Counter- top cabinet closest to court 1 (blood bin)
Fitness Center- Desk
Mitchell Hall- Office
What is the difference between the Signs & Symptoms of a Concussion?
Signs: observable clues witnessed by others.
Symptoms: feelings and sensations reported by the person.
When dealing with severe bleeding, can you remove the first gauze to add another gauze?
What are the SAM symptoms we ask the victim?
Signs & Symptoms, Allergies, Medications & medical conditions.
When can you no longer use the Pediatric AED pads on a child?
Over the age of 8 or over 55 lbs
What is the Fieldhouse address?
2019 Pine St
How many concussions happen in the NFL each year?
128
What are the signs and symptoms of shock?
Confusion, altered level of consciousness, pale/ashen appearance, cool/moist skin, rapid breathing, excessive thirst, nausea and/or vomiting
Are all concussions medical incidents?
NO, if red flag symptoms appear, it turns into a medical emergency.
What is the "Good Samaritan Law"?
Legal protection for those who provide reasonable assistance to injured individuals.
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