AT prev&care exam2
a boxer's fracture is a fracture of the
5th metacarpal
the cervical plexus consists of the ventral rami of spinal nerves
C1-C4
the single most important factor to prevent altitude sickness is
acclimatization
the emergency action plan should be practiced
annually
the ligament that stabilizes and encircles the head of the radius is the
annular ligament
pale nail beds following injury to the wrist or hand may indicate
circulatory problems
a _ is an injury away from the actual injury site due to rotational components during acceleration
contrecoup injury
which of the following is not a risk factor for diabetes
diet high in protein and fat
during spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis, muscle spasms often occur in the
erector spinae and hamstrings
mallet finger are usually splinted in _ for _
extension; 6 to 8 weeks
when disk nuclear material moves into the spinal canal and impinges on adjacent nerve roots it is called an
extruded disk
__ strength is often limited during carpal tunnel syndrome
grip and pinch
the mechanism of injury for an ulnar dislocation is
hyperextension
exercise lowers blood sugar, as such, any exercise must be counterbalanced with
increase in food intake and decrease in amounts of insulin
type 1 diabetes mellitus requires
injected insulin
rupture of the extensor tendon from the distal phalanx due to forceful flexion of the phalanx is called a
mallet finger
most elbow dislocations occur from axial loading when falling on an outstretched hand, which results in the ulna and radius dislocating
posteriorly
the best way to avoid heat illness is to
practice acclimatization
osteochondrosis of the spine because of abnormal epiphyseal plate behavior that allows for herniation of the disk into the vertebral body is termed
scheuermann disease
When an elbow is dislocated, the arm is frequently held in what position?
slightly flexed with the forearm appearing shortened
a loss of ceretrospinal fluid around the spinal cord because of deformation of the spinal cord or a narrowing of the neural canal is called
spinal stenosis
a fracture of the pars interarticularis is termed
spondylolysis
a secondary survey is performed to identify
the type and extent of any injury and the immediate disposition of the condition
runners are often at risk for low back pain due to
tight hip flexors and hamstrings muscles
lumbar lordosis is often associated with
weak abdominal muscles and a forward pelvic tilt
those with diabetes should ingest pregame meals
1 to 3 hours before competition
for every pound of water lost during exercise, _ of fluid should be ingested
24 oz
carbohydrates should be consumed within _ minutes following activity
30 minutes
following a diagnosis of moderate medial epicondylitis, throwing or overhead motions should be avoided for what length of time postinjury?
6 to 12 weeks
after being struck on the head, an athlete presents with battle sign. what injury should be suspected
basilar fracture
a deformity caused by a rupture of the extensor tendon of the middle phalanx is called
boutonniere deformity
axial loading of the cervical spine occurs when the neck is in a position of
flexion
a rupture of the biceps tendon is usually associated with
forceful shoulder flexion against excessive resistance
a sprain of the ulnar collateral ligament of the MP joint of the thumb, caused by forceful abduction of the thumb is extended, is called
gamekeeper's thumb
the most frequent sign or symptom associated with concussion is
headache
an athlete exhibits signs of disorientation, shallow breathing, hot, dry, reddish skin, and rapid, strong pulse, these characteristics suggest
heat stroke
diabetes is a metabolic disorder characterized by near or absolute lack of
insulin
most internal heat is generated during
muscular activity
if an athlete has pain over the anatomical snuff box, it indicates which of the following injuries
navicular fracture
the immediate assessment occurring on the field when a life-threatening injury is present is called
primary survey
the most important preventive measure for head and facial injuries is
protective equipment
delayed signs and symptoms days or even weeks after head trauma are most likely to be associated with which of the following injuries
subdural hematoma
when a blow impacts the skull, the bone deforms and bends inward, placing the inner border of the skull under _ strain, while the outer border is _
tensile, compressed
the most common form of diabetes is
type 2 diabetes mellitus
Recurrent elbow dislocations are usually due to instability that results from disruption of the
ulnar collateral ligament