You are a basketball coach and notice one of your best players not performing to their usual high standards. When they come to the sideline you ask them if something is wrong. They mention they have a pain in their chest and feel as if they could pass out. You should - Answer have them checked b...
Sudden Cardiac Arrest Exam Questions
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You are a basketball coach and notice one of your best players not performing to their usual high
standards. When they come to the sideline you ask them if something is wrong. They mention they have
a pain in their chest and feel as if they could pass out. You should - Answer have them checked by the
sideline medical personnel if available, or activate EMS.
If you ever have an athlete that suffers an SCA, to best ensure their survival it is critical that - Answer all
of the above
What are the links in the Chain of Survival? - Answer fast recognition, early CPR, early use of an AED,
continued support until EMS arrives
Which of the following is a warning sign of SCA in adolescents? - Answer unexplained fainting,
tiredness, or shortness of breath
Sudden Cardiac Arrest is a medical emergency that - Answer will be fatal if not treated immediately.,
involves an unexpected stoppage of the beating of the heart.
While reviewing an athlete's medical record you notice a note that they have Marfan Syndrome. You
remember that this is a risk factor for SCA. You should - Answer discuss this with the athlete and their
parent or guardian to understand if the athlete has any restrictions.
As it applies to properly operating an AED, it is important that - Answer you follow the prompts the
AED provides.
Sudden Cardiac Arrest is the leading cause of death in student athletes under the age of 19. - Answer
TRUE
One of the three primary causes of SCA is situational and occurs when a person is frightened suddenly. -
Answer FALSE
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