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where are splints stabilised

above and below the joint

what maneuvers are involved in choking

J-thrust, back slaps

what is applied in the event in anaphylaxis

epinephrine

is it more stable to pull or push an individual into recovery position

pull

what is frostbite defined as

localised response to a cold and dry environment, freezing of body tissues

what is a chillblain

cause by prolonged exposure to cold and wet conditions resulting in constricted peripheral skin vessels

what causes immersion foot

more sever than chilblain (12hours-4days)

jet lag vs travel fatigue

jet lag-episodic and due to circadian disruption

travel fatigue-accumulates over the course of a season, cumulative

what interventions are used in jet lag and travel fatigue

pharmacologic, circadian phase shifting, hydration, sleep hygiene, naps, light, caffeine

what is the risk associated with hepatitis

HCV-up to 70% develop chronic infection

what are health and performance consequences of RED-S

nutrient deficiencies, chronic fatigue, increased risk of infections and illnesses

how is RED-S screened for and diagnosed

weight loss, lack of normal growth and development, menstrual dysfunction, recurrent injuries and illnesses, decreased performance and mood changes

what are treatment strategies of RED-S

increase in energy intake/reduction in exercise

how can traveler’s diarrhea affect performance

resultant dehydration, typically 1-5 days within the first 4-14 days of travel