Question

Unit 8: Closed Head and Spine Injuries

 1. Minor blows to the head never lead to long-term brain injury. 

   a. true  b. false

 2. Toe touches can compress discs and possibly cause then rupture. 

   a. true  b. false

 3. What is a burner (or stinger)? 

   a. neck muscle strain b. pinched brachial artery c. stretching or pinching of the brachial plexus nerve group d. cervical sprain e. cervical contusion

 4. If an athlete shows signs and symptoms of a mild concussion, you should 

   a. immediately call for emergency medical assistance b. assign someone to monitor the athlete for worsening signs and symptoms of a head injury c. notify the parents and ask them to monitor the athlete and take her to a physician d. wait 20 minutes to see if signs and symptoms worsen; if they don't, the athlete can return to play  e. b and c

 5. An athlete has a possible spine injury. You have called for emergency medical assistance. What is your next step? 

   a. Remove the athlete's helmet or headgear, if worn. b. Monitor and treat for shock if needed. c. Search for and control any profuse bleeding. d. Check the athlete's reflexes e. Monitor breathing and provide CPR if needed. 

Answer 1

Answer: (B) False

(Any kind of injury may result in to severe damage to the brain so it is necessary to get a medical assistant from healthcare professionals)

Answer: (A) True

( Toe touches can cause compression as most of the herniation is results from toe touching.)

Answer:( C) Stretching or pinching of the brachial plexus nerve group.

Answer: (b & c)

This is necessary to monitor the condition of the athelete as to report the symptoms and taking action accordingly.