NFHS Heat Illness Prevention Quiz & Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the leading cause of preventable death in high school athletics?

External Heat Stroke

Why is building up to full uniform/padding a good idea in preventing heat illness during practices?

Students need to get acclimated to heat and exercise intensity before wearing heavy gear.

Why is heat acclimatization important? (Select all that apply)

Many students spend their summers out of the heat. (correct)

Students who are used to the heat are less likely to have heat illness. (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for external heat illness for students?

Age Signup and view all the answers

What's the most reliable indicator you should use when determining if you should modify activity for heat?

Wet bulb temperature taken at your field. Signup and view all the answers

How much fluid should a student drink for every pound lost during exercise?

16-20 oz Signup and view all the answers

What is an easy way to encourage students to stay hydrated?

Let them know hydration improves performance. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an early sign of heat illness?

Excessive sweating Signup and view all the answers

Why should you have an Emergency Action Plan? (Select all that apply)

Seconds can mean the difference between life and death from external heat stroke. Signup and view all the answers

What is the appropriate procedure for using an ice water bath with a student who is having a serious heat reaction?

Remove the student's equipment and shirt, and then submerge all but the head in the ice water bath. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Heat Illness Prevention in High School Athletics

External Heat Stroke is the leading cause of preventable death in high school athletics.
Gradually building up to full uniform and padding helps students acclimate to heat and exercise intensity, reducing the risk of heat illness.
Heat acclimatization is crucial as many students are out of the heat during summer, increasing their vulnerability to heat illness when they return.
Age is NOT a risk factor for external heat illness among students.
Wet bulb temperature measured at the field is the most reliable indicator for determining when to modify physical activity due to heat.
Students should drink 16-20 ounces of fluid for every pound lost during exercise to maintain hydration.
Encouraging students to stay hydrated can be effectively done by informing them that hydration enhances performance.
Excessive sweating is NOT considered an early sign of heat illness.
An Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is essential as it prepares staff to respond effectively to emergencies, which can be life-saving as seconds can make a difference in heat stroke situations.
In the case of a severe heat reaction, proper procedure involves removing the student’s equipment and shirt before submerging them in an ice water bath, keeping only their head above water.

Description

Test your knowledge on heat illness prevention in high school athletics with this quiz. You'll explore important concepts such as external heat stroke, acclimatization, and the role of uniform and padding in protecting athletes. Ideal for coaches, trainers, and athletes alike.