AL Midterm - NFHS
It is normal for a student-athlete's heart to beat quickly during and after strenuous exercise. -
ANS true
The leading medical cause of death for student-athletes is: - ANS Sudden cardiac arrest
During or after exercise, it is normal for a student-athlete to comment that his/her heart feels like
it is "beating out of their chest" - ANS false
If your student-athlete collapses and is non-responsive, you should do the following: - ANS all of
the above
Sudden Cardiac Arrest happens when: - ANS all of the above
A student-athlete who collapses and starts shaking is definitely having a seizure and should be
left alone. - ANS false
What is the appropriate procedure for using an ice water bath with a student who is having a
serious heat reaction? - ANS Remove the student's equipment and shirt, and then submerge all
but the head in the ice water bath.
What's most reliable indicator you should use when determining if you should modify activity for
heat? - ANS Wet bulb temperature taken at your field
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for exertional heat illness for students? - ANS Age
How much fluid should a student drink for every pound lost during exercise? - ANS 16-20 oz
Why is building up to full uniform/padding a good idea in preventing heat illness during
practices? - ANS Students need to get acclimatized to heat and exercise intensity before
wearing heavy gear.
Which of the following is NOT an early sign of heat illness? - ANS Excessive sweating
Why should you have an Emergency Action Plan? - ANS Seconds can mean the difference
between life and death from exertional heat stroke., EAPs let everyone on your staff know and
practice what to do in case of an emergency.
What is the leading cause of preventable death in high school athletics? - ANS Exertional heat
stroke
, What is an easy way to encourage students to stay hydrated? - ANS Let them know hydration
improves performance.
Why is heat acclimatization important? - ANS Many students spend their summers out of the
heat., Students who are used to the heat are less likely to have heat illness.
___ specifies which people in a sport organization are required to report suspected child abuse.
- ANS All of the above
Which of the following is an example of physical misconduct? - ANS all of the above
You should only report abuse if you are absolutely sure the abuse occurred. - ANS False
Sexual misconduct only includes contact behaviors, such as unwanted touching. - ANS False
How can a concussion be identified? - ANS Watching for different types of signs or symptoms
after a student gets a hit to the head or body.
How can you help prevent concussions? - ANS Talking to students about ways to lower the
chance for hits to the head.
What is the first thing you should do as a coach when one of your students has sustained a
bump or blow to the head or body and isn't acting right? - ANS Remove the student from play
and look for signs and symptoms of a concussion.
In general, how long should the return to play process take for an student to complete? - ANS a
week or more
Which of the following would indicate a medical emergency that requires activating EMS/calling
9-1-1? - ANS The student lost consciousness, is vomiting persistently and seems to become
increasingly more confused and restless.
When can concussions occur? - ANS In any organized or unorganized recreational sport or
activity.
Which of the following are symptoms of a concussion that a student may describe? - ANS The
student states the lights hurt their eyes, they feel confused and complain of a headache.
If a student returns to sports while still recovering from a concussion, it may: - ANS Both A and
B
The student shall be removed from play and the student's parents should be alerted about a
possible concussion immediately following the game or practice - before allowing the child to go
home. What other elements make up "HEADS UP" Action Plan? - ANS Both A and B
It is normal for a student-athlete's heart to beat quickly during and after strenuous exercise. -
ANS true
The leading medical cause of death for student-athletes is: - ANS Sudden cardiac arrest
During or after exercise, it is normal for a student-athlete to comment that his/her heart feels like
it is "beating out of their chest" - ANS false
If your student-athlete collapses and is non-responsive, you should do the following: - ANS all of
the above
Sudden Cardiac Arrest happens when: - ANS all of the above
A student-athlete who collapses and starts shaking is definitely having a seizure and should be
left alone. - ANS false
What is the appropriate procedure for using an ice water bath with a student who is having a
serious heat reaction? - ANS Remove the student's equipment and shirt, and then submerge all
but the head in the ice water bath.
What's most reliable indicator you should use when determining if you should modify activity for
heat? - ANS Wet bulb temperature taken at your field
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for exertional heat illness for students? - ANS Age
How much fluid should a student drink for every pound lost during exercise? - ANS 16-20 oz
Why is building up to full uniform/padding a good idea in preventing heat illness during
practices? - ANS Students need to get acclimatized to heat and exercise intensity before
wearing heavy gear.
Which of the following is NOT an early sign of heat illness? - ANS Excessive sweating
Why should you have an Emergency Action Plan? - ANS Seconds can mean the difference
between life and death from exertional heat stroke., EAPs let everyone on your staff know and
practice what to do in case of an emergency.
What is the leading cause of preventable death in high school athletics? - ANS Exertional heat
stroke
, What is an easy way to encourage students to stay hydrated? - ANS Let them know hydration
improves performance.
Why is heat acclimatization important? - ANS Many students spend their summers out of the
heat., Students who are used to the heat are less likely to have heat illness.
___ specifies which people in a sport organization are required to report suspected child abuse.
- ANS All of the above
Which of the following is an example of physical misconduct? - ANS all of the above
You should only report abuse if you are absolutely sure the abuse occurred. - ANS False
Sexual misconduct only includes contact behaviors, such as unwanted touching. - ANS False
How can a concussion be identified? - ANS Watching for different types of signs or symptoms
after a student gets a hit to the head or body.
How can you help prevent concussions? - ANS Talking to students about ways to lower the
chance for hits to the head.
What is the first thing you should do as a coach when one of your students has sustained a
bump or blow to the head or body and isn't acting right? - ANS Remove the student from play
and look for signs and symptoms of a concussion.
In general, how long should the return to play process take for an student to complete? - ANS a
week or more
Which of the following would indicate a medical emergency that requires activating EMS/calling
9-1-1? - ANS The student lost consciousness, is vomiting persistently and seems to become
increasingly more confused and restless.
When can concussions occur? - ANS In any organized or unorganized recreational sport or
activity.
Which of the following are symptoms of a concussion that a student may describe? - ANS The
student states the lights hurt their eyes, they feel confused and complain of a headache.
If a student returns to sports while still recovering from a concussion, it may: - ANS Both A and
B
The student shall be removed from play and the student's parents should be alerted about a
possible concussion immediately following the game or practice - before allowing the child to go
home. What other elements make up "HEADS UP" Action Plan? - ANS Both A and B
