Indoor Cycling Instructor

Category - Emergencies

During your class, a participant complains of back pain. You should:
  1. Tell him or her to immediately dismount the bike and lie down.
  2. Tell the participant to stop pedaling safely, and call for medical assistance.
  3. Tell the participant to slow down their pedaling and try some stretching exercises.
  4. Ask other participants to assist you in helping him or her off their bike.
Explanation
Answer: B- During your class, a participant complains of back pain. You should tell the participant to stop pedaling safely, and call for medical assistance. You can risk aggravating a back injury if the participant dismounts suddenly. You should always request medical assistance before moving any participant complaining of back pain or injury.
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