CCSP Emergency Procedures & Sideline Management 2

Question 1

An athlete collapses on the field with suspected sudden cardiac arrest. What is the correct sequence of actions?

Accepted Answer

Call 911, begin CPR, use AED as soon as available

Answer

The chain of survival for SCA is early recognition/call for help, immediate CPR, rapid defibrillation, and advanced care.

Question 2

A football lineman sustains a helmet-to-helmet collision and presents with cervical spine tenderness and bilateral arm numbness. The most appropriate initial sideline action is:

Accepted Answer

Stabilize the cervical spine and activate EMS

Answer

Suspected cervical spine injury requires immediate spinal immobilization and EMS activation to prevent secondary injury.

Question 3

Which sign best differentiates exertional heat stroke from heat exhaustion in an athlete?

Accepted Answer

Core temperature above 40°C (104°F) with CNS dysfunction

Answer

Heat stroke is defined by hyperthermia (>40°C) combined with central nervous system dysfunction such as confusion or loss of consciousness.

Question 4

During sideline management of a suspected anaphylactic reaction, the first-line treatment is:

Accepted Answer

Epinephrine 0.3 mg IM into the anterolateral thigh

Answer

Intramuscular epinephrine into the thigh is the primary and most time-critical treatment for anaphylaxis.

Question 5

A wrestler is found unresponsive in the locker room with a slow, irregular pulse and cold, pale skin. The athletic trainer suspects hypothermia. The correct field management is:

Accepted Answer

Remove wet clothing, apply passive rewarming, and activate EMS

Answer

Passive rewarming and EMS activation are correct for severe hypothermia; aggressive rewarming can trigger cardiac arrhythmias.

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CCSP Emergency Procedures & Sideline Management 2