NFHS COURSE NOTECARDS EXAM QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED GRADED A+
What is the #1 cause of death in the US and the #1 cause of death for student athletes
Sudden Cardiac Arrest
What is sudden cardiac arrest?
when the heart stops beating suddenly and unexpectedly
What are the ca...
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NFHS COURSE NOTECARDS EXAM QUESTIONS WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED GRADED A+
What is the #1 cause of death in the US and the #1 cause of death for student
athletes
Sudden Cardiac Arrest
What is sudden cardiac arrest?
when the heart stops beating suddenly and unexpectedly
What are the causes of sudden cardiac arrest?
1. electrical problem
2. structural problem
What are the warning signs of sudden cardiac arrest?
- fainting or seizures during exercise
- unexplained shortness of breath
- a racing heart
- dizziness
- chest pains
- extreme fatigue
What do you do if a player collapses?
, 1. Call 9-1-1
2. Send for an AED
3. Start chest compressions
What is a concussion?
a type of traumatic brain injury that interferes with he normal functions of the brain
How is a concussion caused?
caused by a bump, blow or jolt to the head or body, causing the head to move or stop
rapidly
What are concussion signs? (observable)
- appears dazed/stunned
- confused about assignment
- forgets plays
- unsure of game, score, opponent
- moves clumsy
- answers questions slowly
- shows behavior/personality changes
- can't recall events prior to or after the injury
- loss of consciousness
What are concussion symptoms that are provided by the player?
- headache
- nausea
- balance problems or dizziness
- double or fuzzy vision
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