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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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Unit 8: Injury and Safety

Question 1 of 20

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Safety in sport is imperative. Which of these considerations would the coach of the athlete not be responsible for?

Select one of the following:

  • 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.

Explanation

Question 2 of 20

1

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

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 3 of 20

1

Internally caused injuries are injuries where a performer is solely responsible.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 4 of 20

1

Overuse injuries occur when the athlete is in the closed season.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 5 of 20

1

These are all examples of overuse injuries except:

Select one of the following:

  • 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)

Explanation

Question 6 of 20

1

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

Select one of the following:

  • Bruise

  • Blister

  • Graze

  • Cut

Explanation

Question 7 of 20

1

Which minor injury would be treated using the RICE first aid procedure?

Select one of the following:

  • Cut

  • Bruise

  • Graze

  • Blister

Explanation

Question 8 of 20

1

A sprain is caused when an athlete over stretches and tears a tendon.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 9 of 20

1

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

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 10 of 20

1

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

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 11 of 20

1

Which of these injuries is not classified as a major injury.

Select one of the following:

  • Deep cut

  • Dislocation

  • Sprain

  • Fracture

Explanation

Question 12 of 20

1

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.

Select one of the following:

  • Deep cut

  • Dislocation

  • Concussion

  • Fracture

Explanation

Question 13 of 20

1

Hypothermia, Dehydration, heat stroke and concussion are all types of environmental injuries.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 14 of 20

1

Hypothermia is caused as a result of the following environmental factors, except.

Select one of the following:

  • Cold weather

  • Wind strength

  • High levels of precipitation

  • Heat

Explanation

Question 15 of 20

1

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.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 16 of 20

1

Dehydration is caused by the following factors, except:

Select one of the following:

  • A rapid loss of water from the body

  • Drinking too much water

  • Competing in a hot environment

  • Working at a high intensity

Explanation

Question 17 of 20

1

Which type of athlete is less likely to suffer the effects of hypothermia?

Select one of the following:

  • Kayaker

  • Mountaineer

  • Sailor

  • Footballer

Explanation

Question 18 of 20

1

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.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 19 of 20

1

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?

Select one of the following:

  • 12 hours

  • 18 hours

  • 24 hours

  • 30 hours

Explanation

Question 20 of 20

1

Hypothermia is a rapid cooling of the body. What temperature does the body need to fall below to be classed as hypothermic?

Select one of the following:

  • 37 degrees

  • 36 degrees

  • 35 degrees

  • 34 degrees

Explanation

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