Unit 8: Injury and Safety

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AQA GCSE PE Test Quiz on Unit 8: Injury and Safety, created by Cath Warriner on 20/08/2016.
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Question 1

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Safety in sport is imperative. Which of these considerations would the coach of the athlete not be responsible for?
Answer
  • Follow the risk assessment set by the manager of the training facility.
  • Ensure the athlete completes a thorough warm up and cool down before and after the training session.
  • Ensure the athlete is fully aware of the competition rules and codes of conduct and follows them.
  • The organisation of the order of play during the competition.

Question 2

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It is imperative players use the correct technique at all times to avoid the risk of injury to self and others.
Answer
  • True
  • False

Question 3

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Internally caused injuries are injuries where a performer is solely responsible.
Answer
  • True
  • False

Question 4

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Overuse injuries occur when the athlete is in the closed season.
Answer
  • True
  • False

Question 5

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These are all examples of overuse injuries except:
Answer
  • Stress fractures (break in the bone caused by heavy pounding)
  • Tennis elbow (painful inflammation of the tendon)
  • Cartilage damage (through twisting, jarring and badly times tackles)
  • Dislocation (a separation of two bones)

Question 6

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Minor injuries often occur when the athlete competes. Which minor injury often occurs through wearing trainers/boots which do not fit properly?
Answer
  • Bruise
  • Blister
  • Graze
  • Cut

Question 7

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Which minor injury would be treated using the RICE first aid procedure?
Answer
  • Cut
  • Bruise
  • Graze
  • Blister

Question 8

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A sprain is caused when an athlete over stretches and tears a tendon.
Answer
  • True
  • False

Question 9

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The RICE first aid procedure would be used to treat both a strain and a sprain.
Answer
  • True
  • False

Question 10

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The RICE principle is used to treat soft tissue injuries such as muscles, tendons, ligaments and fractures.
Answer
  • True
  • False

Question 11

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Which of these injuries is not classified as a major injury.
Answer
  • Deep cut
  • Dislocation
  • Sprain
  • Fracture

Question 12

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The following injuries could all occur to an athletes head following contact with an opponent. Which is least likely to occur during a hockey match.
Answer
  • Deep cut
  • Dislocation
  • Concussion
  • Fracture

Question 13

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Hypothermia, Dehydration, heat stroke and concussion are all types of environmental injuries.
Answer
  • True
  • False

Question 14

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Hypothermia is caused as a result of the following environmental factors, except.
Answer
  • Cold weather
  • Wind strength
  • High levels of precipitation
  • Heat

Question 15

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The following symptoms are all related to hypothermia, the body starts to violently shiver, confusion, drowsiness, slurred speech, shallow breathing, weak pulse and excess sweating.
Answer
  • True
  • False

Question 16

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Dehydration is caused by the following factors, except:
Answer
  • A rapid loss of water from the body
  • Drinking too much water
  • Competing in a hot environment
  • Working at a high intensity

Question 17

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Which type of athlete is less likely to suffer the effects of hypothermia?
Answer
  • Kayaker
  • Mountaineer
  • Sailor
  • Footballer

Question 18

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An athlete can avoid suffering from heat stroke by drinking plenty of water, wearing appropriate clothing, applying sun cream and monitoring each other's performance.
Answer
  • True
  • False

Question 19

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An athlete suffering from concussion following a state of unconsciousness would need to be seen by medical staff at a hospital. How long should the athlete be observed for to ensure they are safe to return home?
Answer
  • 12 hours
  • 18 hours
  • 24 hours
  • 30 hours

Question 20

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Hypothermia is a rapid cooling of the body. What temperature does the body need to fall below to be classed as hypothermic?
Answer
  • 37 degrees
  • 36 degrees
  • 35 degrees
  • 34 degrees
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