Sports First Aid Chapter 1-15: Questions & Answers:
Updated Solution
What causes an insulin reaction? - ANSWERHigh levels of insulin, which may result
from medications taken to control blood glucose levels
What quick first aid care can you provide to help minimize an insulin reaction? (5) -
ANSWER1) Remove the athlete from all activity.
2) Give the athletes sugar, candy, pop, or fruit juice.
3) Get emergency medical assistant (if doesn't recover).
4) Monitor breathing and give CPR if needed.
5) Inform parent/guardian.
Explain the cause of ketoacidosis. - ANSWERLow insulin levels may result from stress,
certain medications, too much food, or not enough exercise.
Discuss the difference between insulin reaction and diabetic ketoacidosis (4/4) -
ANSWERInsulin Reaction- too high insulin; sugar levels drop; provide the athlete
plenty of sugary foods; can't participate until it is controlled/stabilized
Ketoacidosis- too low insulin; sugar levels are too high; provide athlete with plenty
fluid breaks; can't play until it is controlled/stabilized
What first aid care can you provide for early stage ketoacidosis? (5) - ANSWER1.
Remove athlete from all activity.
2. Recommend that the athlete check blood glucose levels and take insulin.
3. Send for emergency medical assistant (if doesn't recover).
4. Monitor breathing and CPR.
5. Inform parent/guardians.
What happens in the brain during a seizure? - ANSWERAbnormal electrical activity
within the brain
List some common causes of seizures. (10) - ANSWER-epilepsy
-head injuries
-brain infection or tumor
-drug abuse
-respiratory arrest
-high fever
-heatstroke
-hypoglycemia
-drug reactions
-medication discontinuation
What are the signs and symptoms of a minor/petit mal seizure? (6) - ANSWER-Dazed
or inattentive manner
, -Confusion
-Loss of coordination
-Possibly loss of speech
-Repetitive blinking or other small movements
-Seizures are brief lasting only seconds
What are the signs and symptoms of a major/grand mal seizure? (8) - ANSWER-Eyes
are generally open
-Body appears stiff/rigid
-Muscles contract violently in spasms or convulsions (one or two minutes)
-May temporarily stop breathing or appear to not be breathing, deep breathing after
seizure
-Bluish skin or lips
-Unresponsiveness
-Uncontrolled urination during seizure
-Temporary confusion after seizure
What are some substances that depress the central nervous system? (6) -
ANSWERalcohol, narcotics, barbiturates, GHB, rohypnol, and ketamine
What are the signs and symptoms of an overdose or adverse reaction to
depressants? (11/3) - ANSWERSigns:
-pale/cold/clammy skin;
-constricted pupils;
-rapid/weak pulse;
-possible unresponsiveness;
-shallow breathing;
-coma;
-seizures;
-anterograde amnesia;
-hallucinations;
-delirium;
-impaired motor function
Symptoms:
-relaxed feeling;
-fatigue;
-depression
What are some substances that stimulate the central nervous system? (2) -
ANSWERcocaine and amphetamines
What are the signs and symptoms of an overdose or adverse reaction to stimulants?
(8/6) - ANSWERSigns:
-dilated pupils;
-increased body temperature;
-rapid pulse;
-hallucinations;
Updated Solution
What causes an insulin reaction? - ANSWERHigh levels of insulin, which may result
from medications taken to control blood glucose levels
What quick first aid care can you provide to help minimize an insulin reaction? (5) -
ANSWER1) Remove the athlete from all activity.
2) Give the athletes sugar, candy, pop, or fruit juice.
3) Get emergency medical assistant (if doesn't recover).
4) Monitor breathing and give CPR if needed.
5) Inform parent/guardian.
Explain the cause of ketoacidosis. - ANSWERLow insulin levels may result from stress,
certain medications, too much food, or not enough exercise.
Discuss the difference between insulin reaction and diabetic ketoacidosis (4/4) -
ANSWERInsulin Reaction- too high insulin; sugar levels drop; provide the athlete
plenty of sugary foods; can't participate until it is controlled/stabilized
Ketoacidosis- too low insulin; sugar levels are too high; provide athlete with plenty
fluid breaks; can't play until it is controlled/stabilized
What first aid care can you provide for early stage ketoacidosis? (5) - ANSWER1.
Remove athlete from all activity.
2. Recommend that the athlete check blood glucose levels and take insulin.
3. Send for emergency medical assistant (if doesn't recover).
4. Monitor breathing and CPR.
5. Inform parent/guardians.
What happens in the brain during a seizure? - ANSWERAbnormal electrical activity
within the brain
List some common causes of seizures. (10) - ANSWER-epilepsy
-head injuries
-brain infection or tumor
-drug abuse
-respiratory arrest
-high fever
-heatstroke
-hypoglycemia
-drug reactions
-medication discontinuation
What are the signs and symptoms of a minor/petit mal seizure? (6) - ANSWER-Dazed
or inattentive manner
, -Confusion
-Loss of coordination
-Possibly loss of speech
-Repetitive blinking or other small movements
-Seizures are brief lasting only seconds
What are the signs and symptoms of a major/grand mal seizure? (8) - ANSWER-Eyes
are generally open
-Body appears stiff/rigid
-Muscles contract violently in spasms or convulsions (one or two minutes)
-May temporarily stop breathing or appear to not be breathing, deep breathing after
seizure
-Bluish skin or lips
-Unresponsiveness
-Uncontrolled urination during seizure
-Temporary confusion after seizure
What are some substances that depress the central nervous system? (6) -
ANSWERalcohol, narcotics, barbiturates, GHB, rohypnol, and ketamine
What are the signs and symptoms of an overdose or adverse reaction to
depressants? (11/3) - ANSWERSigns:
-pale/cold/clammy skin;
-constricted pupils;
-rapid/weak pulse;
-possible unresponsiveness;
-shallow breathing;
-coma;
-seizures;
-anterograde amnesia;
-hallucinations;
-delirium;
-impaired motor function
Symptoms:
-relaxed feeling;
-fatigue;
-depression
What are some substances that stimulate the central nervous system? (2) -
ANSWERcocaine and amphetamines
What are the signs and symptoms of an overdose or adverse reaction to stimulants?
(8/6) - ANSWERSigns:
-dilated pupils;
-increased body temperature;
-rapid pulse;
-hallucinations;
