BOC PREP

What materials absorb more energy from higher impact intensity levels through deformation, resulting in less stress to a body part?

High-Density

Consistency of measurements made between several researchers or measurements" is the definition of:

Interrater reliability

Which of the following statements is true pertaining to the Role Delineation Study? (Choose all that apply.)

It serves as a blueprint for the national certification examination. It defines the current entry-level knowledge, skills, and abilities required for practice in the profession of athletic training. It is published by the BOC.

A football athlete has sustained a fracture to his lower arm. Two weeks post-injury the athlete is allowed to participate. Which of the following must be done for this athlete to participate?

The cast must be covered by at least 1/2 inch closed-cell foam.

Which of the following is an accurate definition of "validity"?

The extent to which measurements represent what they are supposed to measure.

When applying an elbow hyperextension taping, the patient should be instructed to clench the hand while holding the elbow in:

in slight flexion with the palm facing up.

When assessing neurological function, asking the patient to move fingers and toes, and bilateral grip strength comparison, are considered assessments of:

motor function

Which of the following signs indicate a possible allergic reaction to tape or tape adherent? (Choose all that apply.)

skin irritation blisters infection

When applying a taping technique for arch support, the patient's foot should be placed in a position of:

slight plantar flexion

A muscle that can move through the complete range of motion against gravity with moderate overload is graded as a

4

Which of the following most accurately describes flat back posture?

Decreased anterior lumbar curvature, resulting in a posteriorly tilted pelvis

Which of the following is a disqualifying condition for sport participation?

Fever

If the prevalence of ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injury in the collegiate baseball player population is high, then the possibility of a positive valgus stress test for the elbow (diagnostic test for UCL injury) ___________, and results in __________ sensitivity, specificity, and predictive values.

Increases, higher

When performing a postural assessment, what view is required to observe scoliosis of the spine

Lateral

Gauze padding, foam, neoprene, Sorbothane, felt, and moleskin are examples of what type of material?

Low-density

When applying tape to support the collateral ligaments of an IP joint, support strips in an X pattern are placed over:

The collateral ligaments.

The relative degree of negligence on the part of the professional (defendant) and the participant (plaintiff), with damages awarded on a basis proportionate to each person's carelessness is termed:

comparative negligence

A lacrosse player has a history of coughing spells and difficulty breathing during indoor and outdoor sport participation and cardiovascular conditioning. What might this history indicate?

exercised-induced bronchospasm

A situation in which danger is apparent, or should have been apparent, resulting in unreasonable unsafe condition is called:

foreseeability of harm

An act that demonstrates total disregard for the safety of others is referred to as

gross negligence

Manufacturers of athletic equipment have a duty to provide equipment that will not cause injury when used for its intended purpose. This is termed:

implied warranty

Palpation of crepitus over a tendon or bursa could indicate:

inflammation

Failure to perform a legal duty of care is defined as

nonfeasance

Which of the following items of information are used to develop a history of an injury? (Choose all that apply.)

primary complaint mechanism of injury characteristics of the symptoms disabilities from the injury related medical history

When applying a closed basket weave ankle taping for an inversion sprain, the stirrup strips:

should be applied so that they pull up on the lateral aspect of the ankle.

The final authority to clear an athlete for participation rests with the:

supervising physician

"The extent to which measurements represent what they are supposed to measure" is the definition of:

validity