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Describe the appropriate first aid for an athlete with heat exhaustion.

Question 2

Bent leg sit-ups measure the endurance of the muscles in the
 a. upper legs. c. arms, chest, and trunk.
  b. abdomen. d. lower back.



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Answer to Question 1

Individuals affected by heat exhaustion should replenish lost fluid by drinking water or a sports drink while being cooled with cold towels and cold water immersion. Equipment such as football pads and heavy clothing should be removed.. The athlete should lie down in a cool, shaded place and should be withdrawn from further activity for the remainder of the day. If the athlete does not recover fully within 30 minutes or seems to be getting worse, activate EMS.

Answer to Question 2

B

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A Bench jump tests the legs' endurance.
B Correct.
C Arms, chest, and trunk strength are tested with push-ups.
D Bent leg sit-ups are designed to lessen the strain on the lower back.




mmm

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Reply 2 on: Jul 4, 2018
Excellent


Dinolord

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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