Question

A coach has his NBC-HWC and a degree in psychology. His client describes an ankle injury he recently got running. He says that his ankle is bruised and he can't really run on it anymore and it hurts to even walk, especially down some stairs. Which of the following should the coach recommend next?

A. Recommend the client see a medical provider to get it checked out
B. Recommend the client use an ACE bandage to help keep it stable
C. Recommend the client just walk for the next few days until it feels better and lay off of the running
D. Recommend the client rest, ice, compress with a bandage, and elevate his leg for the next week and then try to run again and see how it goes

Answer 1

The coach should recommend that the client see a medical provider for a professional evaluation of the ankle injury, as symptoms suggest it may be more serious than a minor sprain.

Step-by-step explanation:

Given the symptoms described by the client with the ankle injury, the most appropriate recommendation from the coach would be to see a medical provider to get it checked out. Although the RICE technique (Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation) is a standard first-aid treatment for minor sprains, the client's inability to walk without pain and the presence of bruising suggest a more serious condition that may require professional evaluation. The medical provider can then determine if there has been a more severe injury such as ligament tears or bone fractures, which could necessitate different treatments, possibly including surgery or a structured physical therapy plan.