10 Questions
What is the primary cause of sprains?
Sudden or unexpected wrenching motion
What is the 'R' in the R.I.C.E. procedure?
Rest the injured part
What is the main difference between a sprain and a strain?
A sprain is a tear in a ligament, while a strain is a tear in a muscle
What is the management for hamstring cramps?
Lie the casualty down, raise their leg with the knee straight
What is the function of the peripheral nervous system?
To connect the brain to the body and transmit nerve impulses
What is the result of excessive loss of salt and fluid from the body?
Cramp
What is the 'E' in the R.I.C.E. procedure?
Elevate the injured limb
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
What is the management for foot cramps?
Help the casualty to stand with their weight on the front of their foot
What is the function of the brain in the central nervous system?
To regulate cognitive responses, movement, and involuntary processes
Learn about the basic anatomy of the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Understand the functions of bones and the human skeleton.
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