1. FIRST AID PAGES 341-342

2. Minor Injuries

3. Muscle Cramp Sudden and sometimes painful contractions of the muscles Occur when muscles are: –Tired –Overworked –Dehydrated Treatment –Stretch and massage –Drink water

4. Strain Injury to a muscle or tendon Tendons attach muscles to bones

5. Sprain Injury to a ligament Ligaments attach bones to bones

7. Treatment for minor injuries (Protect from further injury) R.I.C.E. REST ICE – 20 minutes on, 20 minutes off COMPRESSION ELEVATION

8. Tendonitis Tendons are inflamed or swollen Ice and rest

9. Major Injuries

10. Fractures Break in the bone Closed fracture (simple) – bone stays in the skin Open fracture (compound) - bone breaks through the skin.

12. Dislocation Separation of the bone from the joint **Do not try to put back into place**

14. Treatment for fractures and dislocation Immobilize Call 911 or go to ER

15. Concussion Results from a blow to the head Can cause swelling of the brain Warning signs include: –Headache –Vomiting –Dizziness –Loss of memory Seek medical help immediately