Emergency Action Plan

Question 1

What is the primary goal of an athletic organisation’s sports medicine staff regarding an Emergency Action Plan (EAP)?

Answer 1

To minimise the time needed to provide an immediate response to a life-threatening situation or medical emergency.

Question 2

According to the National Athletic Trainers’ Association, what type of document must every organisation sponsoring athletic events develop and implement?

Answer 2

A written Emergency Action Plan (EAP).

Question 3

Emergency action plans should be developed by institutional personnel in consultation with _____.

Answer 3

Local emergency medical services (EMS).

Question 4

What three components are required for the implementation of a developed EAP?

Answer 4

Documentation of the plan, education of those involved, and frequent rehearsal of the plan.

Question 5

Where should a copy of the venue-specific EAP be posted at an athletic site?

Answer 5

By an available telephone or another prominent marked position.

Question 6

How often should EAP rehearsals generally be conducted for high-risk sports like football or ice hockey?

Answer 6

Prior to the start of the preseason for each respective sport.

Question 7

Which two professionals comprise the primary members of the sports medicine staff within an emergency team?

Answer 7

The athletic trainer and the team physician.

Question 8

What is the definition of a ‘first responder’ in the context of an athletic emergency team?

Answer 8

A person trained to provide emergency care before EMS arrives on the scene.

Question 9

List the four certifications required for all members of an athletic emergency team.

Answer 9

First aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), automatic external defibrillation (AED), and prevention of disease transmission.

Question 10

In an emergency team, what is the first and most important role?

Answer 10

Immediate care of the injured athlete.

Question 11

Which individual is typically in charge of executing the EAP and assigning roles?

Answer 11

The athletic trainer.

Question 12

Why is it recommended to assign more than one individual to each of the four emergency roles?

Answer 12

To ensure the team functions without delay if certain members are not present.

Question 13

During the ‘CHECK’ phase of assessment, what should the team evaluate if there were no witnesses to the injury?

Answer 13

The area around the athlete to identify what may have caused the injury.

Question 14

What vital signs must be assessed during the ‘CHECK’ mode of the initial assessment?

Answer 14

Airway, breathing, and circulation.

Question 15

What is the primary purpose of stabilising an injured person during the initial assessment?

Answer 15

To ensure their safety and prevent movement that may cause further injury.

Question 16

What information regarding the injured athlete’s condition must be communicated when calling 911?

Answer 16

The current condition of the athlete and the treatment initiated by the emergency team.

Question 17

What is the role of the emergency team member assigned to meet the ambulance?

Answer 17

To direct the ambulance specifically to the site of the injured athlete.

Question 18

What specific actions are included in the ‘CARE’ phase of the assessment system?

Answer 18

Calming the athlete, assessing the injury, monitoring vitals, and immobilising injured body parts.

Question 19

Which items of personal protective equipment are recommended to prevent bloodborne pathogen transmission?

Answer 19

Latex gloves and protective eyewear.

Question 20

Under what condition can a member of the emergency team leave the site of an accident?

Answer 20

Only when the injured person is released to appropriate emergency medical personnel for transport.

Question 21

When should the communication system at an athletic venue be checked to ensure it is in working order?

Answer 21

Prior to each practice or competition.

Question 22

Why is it important to have a landline telephone available at an athletic venue despite the prevalence of mobile phones?

Answer 22

Mobile service may be unreliable or batteries may fail during an emergency.

Question 23

What specific landmark information should be included in the posted directions for EMS?

Answer 23

Street address, main roads, secondary roads, and identifiable land features.

Question 24

How often should emergency equipment and supplies be properly inventoried?

Answer 24

Annually.

Question 25

According to American Heart Association guidelines, early defibrillation is a critical component of _____.

Answer 25

Basic life support.

Question 26

Which specific emergency equipment is required for outdoor sports with a high risk of heat stroke but not for indoor sports?

Answer 26

A large tub or wading pool for emergency cooling.

Question 27

What must the host athletic trainer communicate to visiting medical personnel regarding the home venue?

Answer 27

The specific EAP for that venue, including available personnel, communication, and equipment.

Question 28

By definition, what mode of transport is required for an athletic medical emergency?

Answer 28

EMS vehicles, such as an ambulance.

Question 29

For which types of sporting events is it particularly emphasised to have an ambulance on-site?

Answer 29

High-risk or collision sports, such as football, lacrosse, and ice hockey.

Question 30

If the sports medicine staff is responsible for spectators, how must this be reflected in the EAP?

Answer 30

The EAP and event staffing levels must explicitly account for spectator care.

Question 31

What should be designated for an on-site ambulance to ensure efficient transport?

Answer 31

A location with clear, direct access to the competition area and a clear entry/exit route.

Question 32

Why should sports medicine staff avoid transporting injured athletes in personal or institutional vehicles?

Answer 32

EMS vehicles are equipped with the necessary staff and equipment to deliver emergent care during transport.

Question 33

What factors should be considered when selecting an appropriate emergency care facility for an EAP?

Answer 33

Proximity to the venue and the level of care available at the facility.

Question 34

What equipment-related protocol should be reviewed with the staff of a local emergency care facility?

Answer 34

The proper removal of athletic equipment, such as football helmets and shoulder pads.

Question 35

Failure to regularly rehearse an EAP may lead to charges of _____ against the athletic organisation.

Answer 35

Negligence.

Question 36

Which 1993 legal case established that colleges owe a duty to provide prompt emergency services to recruited athletes?

Answer 36

Kleinknecht vs. Gettysburg College.

Question 37

What is the purpose of the Athlete Emergency Information Card?

Answer 37

To describe the athlete's current medical conditions and medications for emergency use.

Question 38

Which document is used to record the specific details and nature of an athlete's injury at the time of the event?

Answer 38

Individual Injury Evaluation Form.

Question 39

What is the purpose of the 'Emergency Information Palm Card' provided to coaches?

Answer 39

To provide a quick, portable reference for the EAP and emergency contact numbers.

Question 40

How frequently should an EAP be reviewed and updated by all involved personnel?

Answer 40

Annually.

Question 41

In the CHECK—CALL—CARE system, what does the 'CALL' step involve meeting?

Answer 41

Meeting the ambulance at the scene to direct it to the injured athlete.

Question 42

Term: Basic Life Support (BLS)

Answer 42

Emergency care provided by EMTs including basic airway support, AED use, splinting, and spine boarding.

Question 43

Term: Advanced Life Support (ALS)

Answer 43

Advanced emergency care provided by paramedics, including invasive procedures like IVs and medication administration.

Question 44

In the emergency team roles, who is typically responsible for directing EMS to the scene because they hold keys to gates?

Answer 44

The equipment manager.

Question 45

In the emergency team roles, who is ideally suited for equipment retrieval?

Answer 45

Athletic training students.

Question 46

What is the first action a team member should take when checking an emergency scene?

Answer 46

Make sure the scene is safe to enter to help the injured person.

Question 47

Which document maintains a record of the purchase and upkeep of items like AEDs and splints?

Answer 47

Documentation of purchase, inventory, and maintenance of emergency equipment.

Question 48

What should be established for activity areas if the primary sports medicine staff must leave to accompany an athlete to the hospital?

Answer 48

A plan for continued supervision of the remaining activity areas.

Question 49

What is the role of the team coach within the emergency team personnel list?

Answer 49

First responder and activator of the emergency medical system.

Question 50

What should be provided to the EMS regarding the treatement of the athlete?

Answer 50

A summary of the treatment already initiated by members of the emergency team.