One of your fellow dancers has seriously strained his ankle - NSC Dance Studies - Question 5 - 2016 - Paper 1
Question 5
One of your fellow dancers has seriously strained his ankle. The final practical examination is only one month away and he is unable to participate fully in the danc... show full transcript
Worked Solution & Example Answer:One of your fellow dancers has seriously strained his ankle - NSC Dance Studies - Question 5 - 2016 - Paper 1
Step 1
IDENTIFY THREE SYMPTOMS
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Pain in the muscle/tendon
Swelling in the overstretched/torn muscle/tendon
Limited ability to move the affected area
Step 2
GIVE TWO POSSIBLE CAUSES OF THE STRAIN
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Poor conditioning (lack of components of fitness) can make the joints less flexible and more susceptible to injury.
Poor technique, such as incorrect weight placement, can lead to undue stress on joints and muscles.
Step 3
EXPLAIN THE IMMEDIATE TREATMENT OF THIS INJURY
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Rest the strained muscle for at least a day to avoid further injury.
Use ice for the first 48 hours to reduce swelling.
Apply compression to the injured area.
Elevate the injured area above heart level to minimize swelling.
Step 4
DEDUCE THREE MAJOR COMPLICATIONS HE MAY FACE DURING HIS FINAL PRACTICAL DANCE PREPARATIONS
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Decreased cardiovascular fitness due to inactivity, which can impact overall endurance.
Loss of muscle strength as he is unable to engage in physical activity, leading to further complications in performance.
Psychological effects such as anxiety or frustration from being unable to participate in preparations.
