CAPE Risk Management & Mitigation 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: A student with Type 1 diabetes exhibits confusion, shakiness, and pale skin during adapted PE class. These signs most likely indicate:
- Hyperglycemia requiring water and rest
- Hypoglycemia requiring fast-acting carbohydrates (Correct answer)
- Heat exhaustion requiring cooling measures
- An anxiety attack requiring calm reassurance
Correct answer: Hypoglycemia requiring fast-acting carbohydrates
Confusion, shakiness, and pallor are classic signs of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), which requires immediate treatment with fast-acting carbohydrates.
Question 2: When modifying a gymnasium for a student who uses a power wheelchair, which environmental hazard assessment is MOST important?
- Checking the brightness of gymnasium lighting
- Evaluating floor surface friction, turning radius clearance, and emergency exit accessibility (Correct answer)
- Ensuring the gym is at an appropriate temperature
- Verifying that the gym has adequate ventilation
Correct answer: Evaluating floor surface friction, turning radius clearance, and emergency exit accessibility
Floor traction, space for maneuvering, and accessible egress are the primary mobility-related safety factors for power wheelchair users in a gym environment.
Question 3: What is the primary purpose of obtaining a physician's written clearance before a student with a congenital heart condition participates in adapted PE?
- To transfer all legal liability to the physician
- To determine safe exercise intensity parameters and any contraindicated activities for that specific student (Correct answer)
- To satisfy a school insurance policy requirement
- To document that the student has received a recent physical examination
Correct answer: To determine safe exercise intensity parameters and any contraindicated activities for that specific student
Physician clearance for students with cardiac conditions defines individualized safe exercise parameters and identifies activities that should be avoided.
Question 4: A CAPE is using the Haddon Matrix to analyze a fall injury that occurred during a gymnastics unit. The 'post-event' phase of this model focuses on:
- Identifying hazards that existed before the activity began
- Reducing harm after the injury has already occurred through first aid and emergency response (Correct answer)
- Preventing the injury-causing event from happening
- Modifying the environment during the activity to reduce risk
Correct answer: Reducing harm after the injury has already occurred through first aid and emergency response
The post-event phase of the Haddon Matrix addresses actions taken after an injury occurs to minimize the harm, such as emergency medical response.
Question 5: A student with spina bifida and a latex allergy is enrolled in an adapted PE class. Which activity equipment poses the GREATEST risk to this student?
- Standard basketballs used in a shooting drill
- Resistance bands made from latex rubber (Correct answer)
- Foam pool noodles used in an aquatic unit
- Weighted medicine balls used for throwing
Correct answer: Resistance bands made from latex rubber
Latex resistance bands pose a direct contact allergen risk for students with latex allergies; individuals with spina bifida have an elevated prevalence of latex allergy.
Question 6: Which strategy BEST demonstrates proactive risk management when introducing a new high-ropes course activity to students with emotional and behavioral disorders?
- Conducting the activity first and then surveying students about safety concerns afterward
- Pre-teaching expected behaviors, using a graduated exposure approach, and establishing clear stop signals before beginning (Correct answer)
- Requiring signed liability waivers from all students and parents before participation
- Conducting the activity only with students who have demonstrated good behavior previously
Correct answer: Pre-teaching expected behaviors, using a graduated exposure approach, and establishing clear stop signals before beginning
Pre-teaching, gradual exposure, and agreed-upon stop signals address both physical and behavioral risks before the activity begins.
Question 7: An adapted PE teacher is reviewing a student's IEP and notices a health plan indicating the student has exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (EIB). Which preventive measure should the teacher implement?
- Exempt the student from all vigorous physical activity
- Ensure the student's rescue inhaler is accessible during class and allow adequate warm-up time before high-intensity exercise (Correct answer)
- Require the student to wear a surgical mask during all outdoor activities
- Limit the student's participation to sedentary activities only
Correct answer: Ensure the student's rescue inhaler is accessible during class and allow adequate warm-up time before high-intensity exercise
Accessible rescue medication and a proper warm-up protocol are the standard evidence-based management strategies for exercise-induced bronchoconstriction.
CAPE Risk Management & Mitigation 3
A student with Type 1 diabetes exhibits confusion, shakiness, and pale skin during adapted PE class.
These signs most likely indicate: