COKO Emergency Response Procedures 2

Question 1

During a cardiac arrest in a fitness facility, which action should a kinesiologist take FIRST after confirming unresponsiveness?

Accepted Answer

Call for an AED and activate emergency services

Answer

Begin chest compressions immediately

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Perform a head-tilt chin-lift

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Check for a pulse for 10 seconds

Question 2

A client exercising on a treadmill suddenly collapses. After establishing unresponsiveness, the kinesiologist finds no normal breathing. What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR?

Accepted Answer

30:2

Answer

15:2

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20:2

Answer

10:1

Question 3

A kinesiologist suspects a client is experiencing an exercise-induced hypoglycemic episode. Which symptom combination is most consistent with this condition?

Accepted Answer

Confusion, trembling, diaphoresis, and pallor

Answer

Flushed skin, slow pulse, and elevated blood pressure

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Chest tightness, jaw pain, and shortness of breath

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Headache, fever, and muscle rigidity

Question 4

When applying an AED to a client, one electrode pad should be placed on the upper right chest below the clavicle. Where should the second pad be placed?

Accepted Answer

Left lower rib cage lateral to the nipple

Answer

Center of the chest over the sternum

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Left upper chest below the clavicle

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Right lower rib cage below the nipple

Question 5

A client performing strength training suddenly complains of severe sudden-onset headache rated 10/10. What condition must the kinesiologist consider and what is the appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Subarachnoid hemorrhage; stop activity and call 911 immediately

Answer

Tension headache; reduce load and rest

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Migraine; move client to a dark quiet room

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Hypertensive urgency; give water and monitor for 15 minutes

Question 6

Which of the following is the MOST appropriate way to manage an exercising client who becomes syncopal (faints) during a session?

Accepted Answer

Lay them supine and elevate the legs if no spinal injury is suspected

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Sit them upright and offer water immediately

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Apply cold compress to forehead while seated

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Have them resume light activity once they feel better

Question 7

In a fitness facility emergency, what information should a kinesiologist be prepared to provide when calling 911?

Accepted Answer

Location, nature of emergency, client's condition, and interventions already taken

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The client's insurance information and fitness goals

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The facility's liability waiver number and client contact

Answer

Client's workout history and previous injuries only