Acute Injuries/PRICE/Vasodilation and Vasoconstriction

Front

What is the first step in the evaluation of on-field extremity injury?

Back

Look for open injuries

Front

Fill in the blank: Sprains occur when a body part is forced beyond its normal range of ________.

Back

motion

Front

What is a strain?

Back

Overstretching of a muscle

Front

What is the frequent site for a strain?

Back

Back

Front

Fill in the blank: A contusion is also known as a ________.

Back

bruise

Front

What is a subluxation?

Back

A partial dislocation that reduces itself.

Front

Fill in the blank: A fracture is a ________ in a bone.

Back

break

Front

What does the acronym PRICE stand for in injury treatment?

Back

Protection, Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation

Front

For how long should the PRICE method be used immediately after an injury?

Back

48-72 hours

Front

The PRICE method is commonly used for ________.

Back

sprains.