NFHS: First Aid, Health and Safety
A rapid, weak pulse, confusion and seizures are among the signals of which life-threatening
condition? - ANS-Heat stroke
A rare but often fatal condition which may be triggered by a second blow to the head or body
and occurs before an initial concussion has healed is called? - ANS-Second impact syndrome
A severe allergic reaction can bring on a condition known as: - ANS-Anaphylaxis
Activate the EMS system by: - ANS-Calling 9-1-1 or the local emergency number.
An athlete experiencing a diabetic emergency is conscious but cannot swallow. You should: -
ANS-Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number
An athlete experiencing an injury to the muscles, bones or joints will most commonly complain
of: - ANS-All of the above
An athlete has sustained a bruise. Which action would be the MOST appropriate? - ANS-Apply
ice for about 20 minutes
An athlete has sustained an injury that involves a tearing of muscles in the back of their leg.
This type of injury is called: - ANS-Strain
An athlete is experiencing early signs and symptoms of heat illness. Which of the following
would you do? - ANS-Move the athlete to a cooler place
An athlete sustained an injury in which the bone at a joint has moved away from its normal
position. This is called: - ANS-Dislocation
An athlete who suffers from asthma should do the following: - ANS-All of the above
Anaphylaxis kits contain which of the following? - ANS-Epinephrine auto-injector
Athletes with mono are typically held out of physical activity for a period of _______ after
diagnosis. - ANS-3 to 4 weeks
By following universal precautions to protect yourself and the injured or ill athlete, you can: -
ANS-Minimize the risk of disease transmission
Continue sets of 5 back blows and 5 abdominal thrusts until the: - ANS-All of the above
Early identification of psychological problems usually means? - ANS-A quicker recovery
Exertional hyponatremia is a rare condition caused by: - ANS-Being over-hydrated, diluting the
blood sodium levels
For which condition would you decide to call 9-1-1 for an athlete who has sustained a wound? -
ANS-The athlete has uncontrolled bleeding
Give back blows between the shoulder blades with: - ANS-The heel of one hand
Heat-related illnesses include which of the following? - ANS-Heat cramps, heat exhaustion and
heat stroke
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: - ANS-Provide adequate head and neck stabilization
If an open wound continues to bleed after applying direct pressure: - ANS-All of the above
If lightning is striking nearby when people are outside and there is no time to evacuate, they
should: - ANS-Avoid squatting or sitting close to other people
A rapid, weak pulse, confusion and seizures are among the signals of which life-threatening
condition? - ANS-Heat stroke
A rare but often fatal condition which may be triggered by a second blow to the head or body
and occurs before an initial concussion has healed is called? - ANS-Second impact syndrome
A severe allergic reaction can bring on a condition known as: - ANS-Anaphylaxis
Activate the EMS system by: - ANS-Calling 9-1-1 or the local emergency number.
An athlete experiencing a diabetic emergency is conscious but cannot swallow. You should: -
ANS-Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number
An athlete experiencing an injury to the muscles, bones or joints will most commonly complain
of: - ANS-All of the above
An athlete has sustained a bruise. Which action would be the MOST appropriate? - ANS-Apply
ice for about 20 minutes
An athlete has sustained an injury that involves a tearing of muscles in the back of their leg.
This type of injury is called: - ANS-Strain
An athlete is experiencing early signs and symptoms of heat illness. Which of the following
would you do? - ANS-Move the athlete to a cooler place
An athlete sustained an injury in which the bone at a joint has moved away from its normal
position. This is called: - ANS-Dislocation
An athlete who suffers from asthma should do the following: - ANS-All of the above
Anaphylaxis kits contain which of the following? - ANS-Epinephrine auto-injector
Athletes with mono are typically held out of physical activity for a period of _______ after
diagnosis. - ANS-3 to 4 weeks
By following universal precautions to protect yourself and the injured or ill athlete, you can: -
ANS-Minimize the risk of disease transmission
Continue sets of 5 back blows and 5 abdominal thrusts until the: - ANS-All of the above
Early identification of psychological problems usually means? - ANS-A quicker recovery
Exertional hyponatremia is a rare condition caused by: - ANS-Being over-hydrated, diluting the
blood sodium levels
For which condition would you decide to call 9-1-1 for an athlete who has sustained a wound? -
ANS-The athlete has uncontrolled bleeding
Give back blows between the shoulder blades with: - ANS-The heel of one hand
Heat-related illnesses include which of the following? - ANS-Heat cramps, heat exhaustion and
heat stroke
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: - ANS-Provide adequate head and neck stabilization
If an open wound continues to bleed after applying direct pressure: - ANS-All of the above
If lightning is striking nearby when people are outside and there is no time to evacuate, they
should: - ANS-Avoid squatting or sitting close to other people
