Injury Prevention Flashcards

How can instructors best reduce shoulder overuse injuries in swimmers?

Answer: Teach proper stroke technique and build workload gradually

Good technique and gradual progression lower repetitive strain on the shoulder joint.

What is a common cause of muscle cramps during swim lessons?

Answer: Fatigue, cold water, or dehydration

Cramps often come from tired muscles, cold, or not drinking enough fluids.

What is the best way to help prevent recreational water illnesses (RWIs) in a class?

Answer: Tell students with diarrhea not to swim and promote showering before swimming

Keeping sick swimmers out and showering first lowers the spread of germs like Cryptosporidium.

Which step helps prevent swimmer's ear (otitis externa)?

Answer: Drying the ears well after swimming

Moisture left in the ear canal lets bacteria grow, so drying the ears helps prevent infection.

For outdoor lessons, what is the best way to protect students from sunburn?

Answer: Use water-resistant broad-spectrum sunscreen and reapply as directed

UV rays pass through water and reflect off it, so water-resistant sunscreen needs to be reapplied regularly.

Why are rescue equipment and a first aid kit kept close to the teaching area?

Answer: To allow a fast response if an injury or emergency happens

Equipment close at hand cuts response time when every second counts.

Why are warm-ups recommended at the start of a swim lesson?

Answer: They raise muscle temperature and lower strain injury risk

Warm-ups prepare the muscles and joints for exercise and lower the chance of strains.