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Read the following scenario and determine whether each statement is true or false.

At a preseason football practice, your tight end feels an electrical shock sensation in his neck and left shoulder while taking an unexpected tackle from the left side. He is experiencing slight numbness in his left hand and is unable to squeeze your fingers with full strength.

True False
 You should send for emergency medical assistance if sensation and strength do not return within 5 minutes.
 If signs and symptoms subside within 4 minutes, the athlete may return to play.
 You should recommend that the athlete wear a neck roll in all future practices and games.
 You should require neck strengthening exercises as a preventative step for all of your athletes.

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