Abdomen Injuries
If the player is hit in the abdomen or stomach, they should be immediately removed
from play for at least 15 minutes. If merely winded, they may return to the field
after the 15 minutes. If the athlete experiences any tenderness in the abdomen,
dizziness, vomiting, a rapid pulse, clamminess or sweating, the athlete must
be taken to the Emergency Room immediately.
Arm and
Leg Injuries
Check for signs of a broken bone such as an obvious deformity.
If the bone is broken, carefully immobilize the limb, and
take the athlete to the nearest Emergency Room.
If the limb does not appear broken, the athlete should rest
for at least 15 minutes, utilizing the RICE method. After
15 minutes, test the limb for pain and range of motion.
If range of motion is restricted, if there is pain or if
there is absence of a pulse, the athlete should be examined
by a physician.
Chest
Injuries
Chest injuries can be very serious. If the athlete experiences
any shortness of breath or chest pain, they must be taken
immediately to the nearest Emergency Room.
Ear Injuries
Trauma to the ear should be treated intermittently with icing
and compression. For cauliflower ear, which is a swelling
between the skin and the cartilage part of the ear, the
athlete should seek medical attention. If the athlete experiences
any ringing in the ear or any hearing loss, the athlete should
seek medical advice from an ear specialist or be seen at
the Emergency Room.
Eye
Injuries
First, check for signs of a concussion. If the athlete experiences
pain, blurred vision or sensitivity to light, have the athlete
close the eye slightly- do not squeeze shut. Cover the eye
with a soft dressing and keep in place using a bandage.
The
athlete should then be seen by a qualified physician for
appropriate medical care.
Head Injuries
If the athlete experiences neck or back pain, or numbness
or weakness in the arms or legs, than do not move the athlete.
Assess the athlete’s breathing
and pulse, and call for medical personnel. If the athlete experiences any of
the following symptoms, remove them from play: Dizziness, ringing in the ears,
nausea, vomiting, severe headache, amnesia, confusion or unequal pupils.
Nose
Injuries
If the athlete experiences a bloody nose, have them sit upright,
and gently squeeze nostrils. Do not tilt head back. If bleeding
does not stop after 15 minutes, the athlete should be taken
to the Emergency Room.
Teeth
Injuries
If an athlete knocks out a tooth or breaks one, take the
tooth, or the piece that fell out and place it in a container
with saliva, salt water or milk. Do not wash the tooth because
it will kill it. Take the athlete and the tooth to the Emergency
Room for immediate medical attention.
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