Question

If you suspect an athlete is suffering from heat illness, you should:

A. remove the athlete from participation

B. seek medical attention for the athlete from a health care provider, such as an athletic trainer

C. place the athlete in a cool place and encourage them to drink fluids

D. all of the above are correct

Answer 1

Answer:

D. all of the above are correct

Explanation:

To treat heat illness you need to rest in a cool place, drink cool fluids, and seeking medical attention is always wise, just in case it is more severe than it appears. Allowing the athlete to continue participating would likely worsen the illness.