Question

1. case study 3: heat-related illness

scenario: at a summer soccer game, one of your teammates collapses on the field. they are sweating heavily, breathing rapidly, and appear confused.
what is the first thing you should do to assist your teammate?
offer them water immediately.
perform cpr.
move them to a shaded or cool area.
ask them to get up and walk it off.

1. case study 3: heat-related illness

scenario: at a summer soccer game, one of your teammates collapses on the field. they are sweating heavily, breathing rapidly, and appear confused.
what additional steps should you take to treat their heat-related illness?
call 911, remove excess clothing, and cool them with wet cloths or a fan.
apply ice directly to their skin and wait for them to recover.
cover them with a blanket to prevent chills.
let them rest in the sun for warmth.

Explanation:

For the first question, moving the teammate to a shaded or cool area is crucial as it immediately addresses the heat exposure which is likely causing the symptoms. Offering water might be okay later but not first if the person is confused (could have difficulty swallowing properly). CPR is for cardiac - respiratory arrest which isn't indicated here. Asking them to walk it off is dangerous as they are already collapsed.

For the second question, calling 911 ensures professional medical help. Removing excess clothing helps with heat dissipation. Cooling with wet cloths or a fan is a standard first - aid measure for heat - related illness. Applying ice directly can cause frostbite. Covering with a blanket or letting them rest in the sun will increase their body temperature further, which is bad for heat - related illness.

Answer:

1. C. Move them to a shaded or cool area.
2. A. Call 911, remove excess clothing, and cool them with wet cloths or a fan.