BFA Manual L7 Musculoskeletal System

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What is the primary cause of sprains?

Excessive loss of salt and fluid from the body
Forceful or improper use of muscles
Build-up of chemical waste product
Sudden or unexpected wrenching motion (correct)

What is the 'R' in the R.I.C.E. procedure?

Reduce the swelling
Raise the injured limb
Rest the injured part (correct)
Reduce blood flow to the injury

What is the main difference between a sprain and a strain?

A sprain is a minor injury, while a strain is a severe injury
A sprain is a tear in a ligament, while a strain is a tear in a muscle (correct)
A sprain is a tear in a muscle, while a strain is a tear in a ligament
A sprain occurs in the brain, while a strain occurs in the spinal cord

What is the management for hamstring cramps?

Lie the casualty down, raise their leg with the knee straight (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the peripheral nervous system?

To connect the brain to the body and transmit nerve impulses (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of excessive loss of salt and fluid from the body?

Cramp (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'E' in the R.I.C.E. procedure?

Elevate the injured limb (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system?

The central nervous system includes the brain and spinal cord, while the peripheral nervous system includes sensory and motor nerves (D) Signup and view all the answers