Adv. Athletic Training Review Questions (2,6,21,22)

D

A loss of cerebrospinal fluid around the spinal cord because of deformation of the spinal cord or a narrowing of the neural canal is called A. spina bifida B. Scheuermann's disease C. spinal occlusion D.spinal stenosis

Prominent spinous process in neck

C7 and T1 landmark on back.

C

Factors that should be measured in assessing an individual's fitness level include all of the following except: A. flexibility B. body composition C. anaerobic capacity D. body composition

Subjective: History Objective: Observation, Palpation, Special Tests

HOPS (orthopedic assessment)

A

In assessing lumbar spine disorders, the _____ test attempts to increase intrathecal pressure and determine the presence of a space-occupying lesion. A. Valsalva B. straight leg raising C. Hoover D.slump

1 Fingers breadth inferior to mastoid process

L2 surface landmark on back.

Top of iliac crest

L4 landmark on back.

Demarcated by bilateral dimples

L5 landmark on back.

B

Pain that occurs before the end of the available range of motion indicates a chronic injury. A. True B. False

Subjective: History Objective: Observation, Palpation, Special Tests Additional: Assessment, Planning

SOAP (therapeutic intervention plan)

A

Subjective information is gained through the _____ of the HOPS process. A. history B. observation C. palpation D. special testing

A

The most common sites for a herniated disc are: A. C6-C7 B. T11-T12 C. L1-L2 D.L4-L5

A

The primary complaint is what the injured individual believes may be the current problem. A. True B. False

B

To reduce some compressive loading on lumbar region, runners should run with a slight forward lean and avoid overstriding to increase speed. A. True B. False

A

Visceral pain results from A. injury to an organ in the thoracic cavity B. injury to ligaments, muscle, or skin C. injury to bone D.referred pain

A

Visual acuity is best tested using a Snellen chart. A. True B. False

Hip Flexion

What action is tested with the myotome L1-L2 nerve root segment?

B

A patient displays decreased strength with dorsiflexion during a lower quarter screen. What dermatome pattern corresponds with this nerve root? A. Anterior aspect of lower leg and foot B. Medial aspect of lower leg and foot C. Lateral aspect of lower leg and foot D. Over the distal thigh, including the knee E. Proximal thigh

B

A person with sciatica, with sensory and reflex changes, muscle weakness, and normal bowel and bladder function, may return to sports participation: A. in 6 to 12 weeks B. in 12 to 24 weeks C. after surgical decompression and rehabilitation D. probably never

A

A slow, bounding pulse could be indicative of: A. skull fracture B. cardiac arrest C. hypertension D. shock

A

A swimmer who predominantly swims the butterfly stroke is likely to develop: A.cervical lordosis B.cervical kyphosis C.thoracic kyphosis D.thoracic lordosis

A

An athlete has sustained a sprain to the cervical region and is having radiating paresthesia down the left arm. What should be done for this athlete? A.refer to a physician B.immobilize the shoulder joint C.apply heat therapy D.apply traction

A

As part of a PPE, in determining clearance for participation, most physicians base their recommendations on the: A. American Academy of Pediatrics B. American Medical Association C. American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons D. American College of Sports Medicine

B

During spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis, muscle spasms often occur in the A. rectus abdominis B. erector spinae and hamstrings C. erector spinae and quadriceps D. rectus abdominis and quadriceps

C

During the gastrointestinal examination, it is particularly important to palpate for organomegaly in individuals who participate in contact sports to determine if there is inflammation of the- I. kidneys; II. Liver; III. Bladder; IV. spleen A. I only B. III and IV C. II and IV D. I and III

Subjective: History Objective: Physical Examination Additional: Assessment

HPE (medical assessment)

B

Hypomobile individuals tend to be more susceptible to: A. ligament sprains B. muscle strains C. disc prolapse D. dislocations

B

If a unilateral cervical dislocation is present, the neck will be visibly tilted in what direction? A. away from the dislocated side B. toward the dislocated side C. toward extension of the neck D.toward flexion of the neck

A

In a brachial plexus injury, pain is usually transient and resolves itself in 5 to 10 minutes. A. True B. False

B

Injury to a nerve that results in temporary neurologic deficits followed by complete recovery of function is termed: A.axonotmesis B.neurapraxia C.neurotmesis D.paresthesia

A

Ipsilateral pain during the first 70 degrees of a straight leg raising test indicates a possible A. herniated disk B. irritation of the sacroiliac joint C. sciatica D. tight hamstrings

B

It would be appropriate for a parent to recognize if their high school child's PPE for football as the equivalent of an annual check-up with a family physician. A. True B. False

Posterior to cricoid cartilage

L6 surface landmark on back.

B

Low back pain in runners is often caused by: A. idiopathic pain B. tightness in the hip flexors and hamstrings C. tightness in the hip extensors and quadriceps D.lack of hamstring strength

D

Movement of an injured body part through the range of motion with no assistance from the injured individual is termed: A. isotonic movement B. active movement C. resistive movement D. passive movement

Level of posterior iliac spines

S2 landmark on back.

Lowest floating rib

T12 landmark on back.

Top of scapula

T2 landmark on back.

Base of spine of scapula

T4 landmark on back.

Inferior angle of scapula

T7 landmark on back.

D

The advantages of having an individual's primary care physician administer a PPE include all of the following except: A. a more thorough and comprehensive exam can be performed B. a potentially closer examiner-athlete relationship C. the setting provides greater privacy D. the cost of the exam

A

The body's ability to sustain submaximal exercise over an extended period is referred to as: A. aerobic capacity B. anaerobic capacity C. dynamic power D. muscular endurance

A

The cervical spine forms a curve that is convex anteriorly. A. True B. False

B

The completion of a dental examination as part of the PPE is considered optional. A. True B. False

C

The condition involving a bilateral fracture of the pars interarticularis with an anterior displacement of a vertebra is termed: A. scoliosis B. kyphosis C. spondylolisthesis D.spondylolysis

B

The condition that exists when the rays of light entering the eyes are brought to focus in front of the retina is: A. emmetropia B. myopia C. nystagmus D. hypermetropia

B

The discoloration or swelling outside a joint in the surrounding soft tissue is termed: A. bruising B. ecchymosis C. edema D. effusion

C

The functional unit of the spine is called the A. intervertebral disc B. ligamentum nuchae C. motion segment D.vertebrae

D

The ideal completion time for the PPE is: A. 1 to 2 days prior to the start of practice sessions B. 2 weeks prior to the start of practice sessions C. 4 weeks prior to the start of practice sessions D. 6 weeks prior to the start of practice sessions

B

The lumbar region permits the largest cumulative range of motion in flexion/extension with 46 degrees, compared with 16 degrees in the thoracic region. A. True B. False

A

The position in a joint's ROM during which it is under the least amount of stress is called the A. loose packed position B. neutral position C. close pack position D.relaxed position

B

The vertebrae that consists of a bony ring with large , flat, superior articular facets on which the skull rests is the A. annulus fibrosus B. atlas C. axis D.dens

Knee Extension

What action is tested with the myotome L3 nerve root segment?

Ankle Dorsiflexion

What action is tested with the myotome L4 nerve root segment?

Toe Extension

What action is tested with the myotome L5 nerve root segment?

Plantar flexion of ankle, Foot eversion, Hip extension

What action is tested with the myotome S1 nerve root segment?

Knee Flexion

What action is tested with the myotome S2 nerve root segment?

B

What is the most common mechanism of injury for severe cervical spine injuries? A.shearing force B.compressive axial loading C.tensile force D.traction force

C

When asking about the characteristics of symptoms, determine A. limitations in sport, occupational, and ADLs B. location, onset, limb position, direction of force C. location, onset, severity, frequency, duration D. previous injuries, congenital abnormalities, family history

D

When using a goniometer to measure ROM, the stationary arm of the goniometer is placed ________ to the proximal bone of the joint being tested. A. distal B. superior C. lateral D. parallel

C

Which cervical nerve is being tested when a manual muscle test of the triceps brachii is performed? A.C5 B.C6 C.C7 D.C8 E. T1

C

Which of the following activities can be used to measure power? A. grip strength B. 40-meter dash C. vertical jump D. kicking a stationary target

A

Which of the following best illustrates a diagnostic sign? A. edema B. blurred vision C. nausea D.headache

B

Which of the following characteristics would suggest a cervical sprain rather than strain? A. restricted ROM B. symptoms that persists for several days C. pain D.stiffness

D

Which of the following is not a characteristic of facet joint pathology? A. nonspecific low back pain of a deep and achy quality B. visible flattening of lumbar lordosis C. pain that radiates into the posterior thigh D. pain that radiates into the posterior lower leg

C

Which of the following is not a normal joint end feel? A. firm B. soft C. empty D. hard

D

Which of the following tests is NOT used to assess sacroiliac dysfunction? A. approximation test B. FABER test C. Gaenslen's test D. Oppenheim test