Emergency plan | Injury prevention | Preventing disease transmission |
Heat emergencies | Ankle injuries | Knee injuries | Dislocations | Blisters | Bleeding | Nose bleeds |
Head & neck injuries | Broken bones

Heat emergencies

Heat cramps
FIRST AID:
Have athlete rest in a cool place.
Give cool water.
Stretch muscle and massage area.

Heat exhaustion
Player’s skin will appear pale and clammy, perspiration is profuse, may experience nausea, weakness, dizziness, headache, cramps

FIRST AID:
Have athlete lie down in a cool place with feet elevated 8 to 12 inches.
Give cool water.
Loosen tight clothing.
Remove clothing soaked with perspiration.
Apply cool wet cloths (such as towels) or ice packs (wrapped) to the skin.
Call 911 if player refuses water, vomits or if level of consciousness changes.

Heat stroke
Player will appear hot, red, will not be sweating (although skin may be wet from previous sweating), pulse will be rapid and strong, body temperature will be high (105 oF or more). This is an immediate and life-threatening emergency.

FIRST AID:
Send someone to get emergency medical help (call 911).
Get the athlete out of the heat and into a cooler place.
Cool the player fast - immerse in a cool bath, or wrap with wet towels and fan him/her.
Give nothing by mouth.

Preventing heat emergencies

PREVENTATIVE STEPS:
Avoid being outdoors during the hottest part of the day, if possible.
Change the activity level according to the temperature.
Take frequent breaks.
Drink large amounts of fluid.
Wear light-colored clothing, if possible.