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Chapter 4, Lesson 5

Chapter 4, Lesson 5. Physical Activity Injuries. Vocabulary . Overexertion – Overworking the body Heat cramps – muscle spasms that result from a loss of large amounts of salt and water through perspiration. Heatstroke – a condition in which the body loses

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Chapter 4, Lesson 5

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  1. Chapter 4, Lesson 5 Physical Activity Injuries

  2. Vocabulary Overexertion – Overworking the body Heat cramps – muscle spasms that result from a loss of large amounts of salt and water through perspiration. Heatstroke – a condition in which the body loses the ability to rid itself of excessive heat through perspiration.

  3. More Vocab Frostbite – a condition that results when body tissues become frozen. Hypothermia – A condition in which body temperature becomes dangerously low. Muscle cramp – A spasm or sudden tightening of a muscle.

  4. Vocab Continued Strain – A conditioning resulting from damaging a muscle or tendon. Sprain – An injury to the ligament surrounding a joint.

  5. Hot Weather Health Risks • Overexertion • Heat Cramps • Heatstroke

  6. Cold Weather Health Risks • Frostbite • Hypothermia

  7. The Danger of Sun and Wind • Cover as much of your body as possible with clothing • Use sunscreen and lip balm • Apply sunscreen 30 minutes before you go outside

  8. Minor Injuries • Muscle cramp • Strain • Sprain

  9. Major Injuries • Fracture and dislocation • Tendonitis – Tendons are stretched • Concussion – a blow to the head

  10. R.I.C.E. Procedure • Rest • Ice • Compression – light pressure through the use of a bandage. • Elevation – raise above your heart.

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