Question

q8: protecting yourself
what is the first thing kirk should do if he suspects he has a concussion?
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options:

• isolate himself in a dark, quiet room.
• sleep until he’s able to play.
• remove himself from the activity.
• take medication if he has a headache.

Explanation:

To determine the first step for someone suspecting a concussion, we analyze each option:

• Isolating in a dark, quiet room (first option) is a later step for rest, not the immediate first action.
• Sleeping until able to play (second option) is incorrect as immediate rest without medical evaluation and continuing to play - related rest is not advised, and one should not just sleep without first removing from danger.
• Removing oneself from the activity (third option) is crucial first to prevent further injury, as continuing the activity can worsen the concussion.
• Taking medication for a headache (fourth option) is not the first step; medical advice should be sought first, and self - medicating is not recommended initially.

Answer:

C. Remove himself from the activity.