NFHS: First Aid, Health and Safety exam 2023 with correct answers

Activate the EMS system by: Calling 9-1-1 or the local emergency number. The emergency action plan(EAP) should include: All of the above When checking a conscious athlete, you should obtain consent, ask questions and: Visually checked the athlete from head to toe The steps to follow in an emergency are: Check-Call-Care If you must leave an injured or ill athlete unattended to get additional help, and you DO NOT suspect an injury to the head, neck or back, then you should: Place them in the recovery position What is the purpose of good Samaritan laws? To help protect people who voluntarily give care without expecting anything in return If an athlete takes a direct blow to the head, neck or back during an event, practice or game and becomes unconscious, you should always: Provide adequate head and neck stabilization An athlete who suffers from asthma should do the following: All of the above Give back blows between the shoulder blades with: The heel of one hand To give abdominal thrusts, position you're covered fist: Above the naval Continue sets of 5 back blows and 5 abdominal thrusts until the: All of the above Which of the following is NOT a sign of breathing emergency? Vomiting Which of the following symptoms would you expect to find an athlete experiencing a diabetic emergency? All of the above A severe allergic reaction can bring on a condition known as: Anaphylaxis An athlete experiencing a diabetic emergency is conscious but cannot swallow. You should: Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number What is a common signal of sudden illness? All of the above To care for an athlete having a diabetic emergency who can swallow, give some form of sugar such as: Any of the above Anaphylaxis kits contain which of the following? Epinephrine auto-injector Signals of _______ include a blank stare, a period of distorted sensation and/or uncontrolled muscular contractions Seizure A rapid, weak pulse, confusion and seizures are among the signals of which life-threatening condition? Heat stroke To prevent heat-related illness emergencies, which action would be MOST appropriate? Exercising for brief periods with frequent rest