Sports Medicine

Heat Illness Prevention

hydration, gradual acclamatization, ultilizing sports drinks, identifying susceptible individuals, keeping weight records, uniforms

Heat Exhaustion Symptoms

heavy sweating, muscle cramps, cool moist skin, headache, nausea, dizziness, fainting, weakness, irritability, pale skin color, weak quick pulse, quick and shallow breathing, thirst

Heat Stroke Symptoms

temp of 103° or higher, throbbing headache, nausea, muscle twitching, red hot dry skin, confusion, altered mental state, slurred speech, dizziness, fainting, rapid pulse, seizures, lack of sweating, hallucinations, loss of consiousness

Heat Exhaustion Treatment

IV fluid replacement, rectal temp, place in cool environment

Heat Stroke Treatment

must lower temp in less than 45 mins, transported to hospital, immerse athlete in cold water

Concussion Symptoms

headache, nausea, dizziness, loss of memory, difficulty concentrating, sensitivity to light, sensitivity to noise, more emotional than normal, balance problems

Concussion Treatment

see athletic trainer, see a doctor (M.D. or D.O.), return to play protocol

CPR Steps

assess the scene, check for response, check blood pressure and breathing, call 911 & first aid/aed, start chest compressions & cpr breaths