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Football First Aid: Football First Aid: An Overview An Overview Steven Richmond 95# Commissioner --BRYC Firefighter II, EMT-B, HTR & HZMT Tech City of Alexandria Fire and EMS Overview Overview Hyperthermia (Heat Related Injuries)

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  1. Football First Aid: Football First Aid: An Overview An Overview Steven Richmond 95# Commissioner --BRYC Firefighter II, EMT-B, HTR & HZMT Tech City of Alexandria Fire and EMS

  2. Overview Overview � Hyperthermia (Heat Related Injuries) � Concussions (Closed Head Injuries) � Allergic Reactions � Fractures � Sprains, Strains, Bumps and Cuts

  3. Causes of Hyperthermia Causes of Hyperthermia � Dehydration ◦ Primary cause of heat related injuries � Physical Exertion in Extreme Heat � Loss of salt through perspiration � Not eating properly � Lack of rest � Low blood sugar

  4. Heat Cramps – – Stage 1 Stage 1 Heat Cramps � Signs & Symptoms ◦ Painful cramping of the extremities � Treatment ◦ Increase rest inbetween activities ◦ Hydrate ◦ Increase intake of fruits high in potassium (bananas, cantaloupe, oranges, OJ, Kiwi, all meats)

  5. Heat Exhaustion – – Heat Exhaustion Stage 2 Stage 2 � Signs & Symptoms ◦ Headaches ◦ Nausea ◦ Weakness ◦ Pale in color ◦ Clammy skin

  6. Heat Exhaustion – – Heat Exhaustion Stage 2 Stage 2 � Treatment ◦ End physical activity ◦ Slowly rehydrate ◦ Cool the victim � Move to shaded area � Apply cool towels and/or mist � Apply icepacks to armpits and groin � Loosen all tight clothing � Rest and monitor

  7. Heat Stroke Heat Stroke Signs & Symptoms Signs & Symptoms � Nausea � Vomiting / dry heaving � Agitation � Dizziness � Change in mental status / disoriented / confusion � Lack of Sweat � Hot red skin � High body temp � Difficulty breathing � Hallucinations � Seizures

  8. Heat Stroke – – Heat Stroke Treatments Treatments � Heat Stroke is a Medical Emergency. Call 911! � Victims must receive IMMEDIATE treatment to avoid permanent organ damage. � First and foremost you must cool the victim! ◦ Move victim to a cool shaded area. ◦ Apply ice packs to arm pits and groin. ◦ Remove constrictive clothing to include shoes. ◦ Apply cool or tepid water to the skin. ◦ Give ice chips. Do not give water. � Fatal if not promptly AND properly treated.

  9. Prevention Prevention � Common sense is the key. � Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate! ◦ Hydration starts before, not during strenuous activity. � Avoid prolonged strenuous activities in extreme temps. � Take frequent water breaks on high temperature days. ◦ 10 minute break for every 30 minutes of work in extreme heat

  10. Concussions Concussions � A concussion is a brain injury that is caused by a sudden blow to the head or to the body. The blow shakes the brain inside the skull, which temporarily prevents the brain from working normally.

  11. Concussion Symptoms Concussion Symptoms � Passing out. � Not being able to remember what happened after the injury. � Acting confused, asking the same question over and over, slurring words, or not being able to concentrate. � Feeling lightheaded, seeing "stars," having blurry vision, or experiencing ringing in the ears. � Not being able to stand or walk; or having coordination and balance problems. � Feeling nauseous or throwing up � Sometimes it can be hard to tell if a small child has a concussion. If your child has had a head injury, call your doctor for advice on what to do.

  12. Post- -Concussive Concussive Post Syndrome Syndrome Occasionally a person who has a more serious concussion develops new � symptoms over time and feels worse than he or she did before the injury. This is called post-concussive syndrome . If you have symptoms of post- concussive syndrome, call your doctor. Symptoms of post-concussive syndrome include: � ◦ Changes in your ability to think, concentrate, or remember. ◦ Headaches or blurry vision. ◦ Changes in your sleep patterns, such as not being able to sleep or sleeping all the time. ◦ Changes in your personality such as becoming angry or anxious for no clear reason. ◦ Lack of interest in your usual activities. ◦ Dizziness, lightheadedness, or unsteadiness that makes standing or walking difficult.

  13. VA Senate Bill 652: VA Senate Bill 652: Effective July 1, 2011 Effective July 1, 2011 � 2. A student-athlete suspected by that student-athlete's coach, athletic trainer, or team physician of sustaining a concussion or brain injury in a practice or game shall be removed from the activity at that time. A student-athlete who has been removed from play, evaluated, and suspected to have a concussion or brain injury shall not return to play that same day nor until (i) evaluated by an appropriate licensed health care provider as determined by the Board of Education and (ii) in receipt of written clearance to return to play from such licensed health care provider. � The licensed health care provider evaluating student-athletes suspected of having a concussion or brain injury may be a volunteer. � http://leg1.state.va.us/cgi- bin/legp504.exe?101+ful+CHAP0483

  14. Neck and Back Neck and Back � Concussions are one form of spinal cord emergencies � Football specific would be neck and back / blunt force injury � DO NOT MOVE!! � C-Spine control must be established � If tingling or numbness is felt in extremities leave in place and Call 9-1-1

  15. Allergic Reactions Allergic Reactions � Allergic reactions are the bodies natural defense mechanism to fight off foreign material (allergens) on overdrive � Untreated reactions can lead to a serious medical emergency -Anaphylaxis

  16. . Allergic Reactions cont . Allergic Reactions cont Symptoms � Skin � Respiratory � Cardiac � General � Shock

  17. Allergic Reactions Cont. Allergic Reactions Cont. Skin � Flushing � Itching � Swelling � Hives

  18. Allergic Reactions Cont. Allergic Reactions Cont. Respiratory � Chest tightness � Cough � Labored or noisy breathing � Stridor / Wheezing Cardiac � Increased Heart Rate � Decreased Blood Pressure

  19. Allergic Reactions Cont. Allergic Reactions Cont. General � Headaches � Runny nose � Watery eyes Shock � AMS � Vomiting � Pale skin - cool clammy to touch

  20. Allergic Reactions Cont. Allergic Reactions Cont. Treatments � Epi-Pens � Inhalers � Contact emergency services / 9-1-1

  21. Fractures Fractures � Two types of Fracture ◦ Open ◦ Closed

  22. Fractures Signs Fractures Signs and Symptoms and Symptoms Open � Obvious deformity to the bone structure � Open fractures will have visible bone and oozing type of bleeding � Pain to the immediate area � Swelling ** Open Fractures are an Immediate Action Medical Emergency. Highly susceptible to infection and permanent nerve / cellular damage. CALL 9-1-1**

  23. Fractures Signs Fractures Signs and Symptoms and Symptoms Closed � Swelling � Pain to the immediate area � Deformity to the bone structure � Greenstick Fractures

  24. Fractures Fractures First Aid Treatment � Immobilize the extremity � Splints � Anatomical Splinting � Ice and Elevation � Seek medical attention

  25. Sprains, Strains, Bumps Sprains, Strains, Bumps and Cuts and Cuts � Sprains are ligament and tendon injuries � Strains are muscular injuries � RICE ◦ Rest ◦ Ice ◦ Compression ◦ Elevation � Any ROM or weight bearing injury should be followed up by a physician

  26. Sprains, Strains, Bumps Sprains, Strains, Bumps and Cuts and Cuts � Bumps could be sign of a serious injury. Do not dismiss. � Cuts and scrapes should be cleaned and covered to prevent infection � Any bleeding should be handled immediately

  27. Sprains, Strains, Bumps Sprains, Strains, Bumps and Cuts and Cuts 3 types of bleeding

  28. Sprains, Strains, Bumps Sprains, Strains, Bumps and Cuts and Cuts Bleeding Control � Clean and cover (band aid) � Direct Manual Pressure / Elevation � Pressure Dressing � Tourniquet

  29. Resources Resources � www.essortment.com/all/potassiumfoodh_rkyn.htm � www.mdicinenet.com � www.webmd.com � BLS for Health care Providers, American Heart Association 2001 � Emergency Care 9 th Edition, Brady 2001

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