Pregunta 1
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Safety in sport is imperative. Which of these considerations would the coach of the athlete not be responsible for?
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Follow the risk assessment set by the manager of the training facility.
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Ensure the athlete completes a thorough warm up and cool down before and after the training session.
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Ensure the athlete is fully aware of the competition rules and codes of conduct and follows them.
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The organisation of the order of play during the competition.
Pregunta 2
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It is imperative players use the correct technique at all times to avoid the risk of injury to self and others.
Pregunta 3
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Internally caused injuries are injuries where a performer is solely responsible.
Pregunta 4
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Overuse injuries occur when the athlete is in the closed season.
Pregunta 5
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These are all examples of overuse injuries except:
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Stress fractures (break in the bone caused by heavy pounding)
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Tennis elbow (painful inflammation of the tendon)
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Cartilage damage (through twisting, jarring and badly times tackles)
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Dislocation (a separation of two bones)
Pregunta 6
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Minor injuries often occur when the athlete competes. Which minor injury often occurs through wearing trainers/boots which do not fit properly?
Pregunta 7
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Which minor injury would be treated using the RICE first aid procedure?
Pregunta 8
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A sprain is caused when an athlete over stretches and tears a tendon.
Pregunta 9
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The RICE first aid procedure would be used to treat both a strain and a sprain.
Pregunta 10
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The RICE principle is used to treat soft tissue injuries such as muscles, tendons, ligaments and fractures.
Pregunta 11
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Which of these injuries is not classified as a major injury.
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Deep cut
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Dislocation
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Sprain
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Fracture
Pregunta 12
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The following injuries could all occur to an athletes head following contact with an opponent. Which is least likely to occur during a hockey match.
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Deep cut
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Dislocation
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Concussion
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Fracture
Pregunta 13
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Hypothermia, Dehydration, heat stroke and concussion are all types of environmental injuries.
Pregunta 14
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Hypothermia is caused as a result of the following environmental factors, except.
Pregunta 15
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The following symptoms are all related to hypothermia, the body starts to violently shiver, confusion, drowsiness, slurred speech, shallow breathing, weak pulse and excess sweating.
Pregunta 16
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Dehydration is caused by the following factors, except:
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A rapid loss of water from the body
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Drinking too much water
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Competing in a hot environment
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Working at a high intensity
Pregunta 17
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Which type of athlete is less likely to suffer the effects of hypothermia?
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Kayaker
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Mountaineer
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Sailor
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Footballer
Pregunta 18
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An athlete can avoid suffering from heat stroke by drinking plenty of water, wearing appropriate clothing, applying sun cream and monitoring each other's performance.
Pregunta 19
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An athlete suffering from concussion following a state of unconsciousness would need to be seen by medical staff at a hospital. How long should the athlete be observed for to ensure they are safe to return home?
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12 hours
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18 hours
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24 hours
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30 hours
Pregunta 20
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Hypothermia is a rapid cooling of the body. What temperature does the body need to fall below to be classed as hypothermic?
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37 degrees
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36 degrees
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35 degrees
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34 degrees