Prevention of Injury midterm
With severe deep frostbite of an extremity, the water should be at what temperature for re-warming? 90-99 degrees F 100-110 degrees F 115-120 degrees F 125-130 degrees F
100-110 degrees F
To gain 1 pound of muscle, an excess of how many calories should be eaten? 1,500 2,500 3,500 4,500
2,500
What is the series in which the HBV vaccine is given? 2 doses over a 4-month period 2 doses over a 6-month period 3 doses over a 6-month period 3 doses over a12-month period
3 doses over a 6-month period
In order to maintain certification, athletic trainers must accumulate continuing education units, how many are necessary over what period of time? 50 over 2 years 50 over 3 years 75 over 2 years 75 over 3 years
50 over 2 years
During warm weather, what percentage of body water loss is seldom replaced even though an athlete drinks fluids? 10% 15% 25% 50%
50%
When replenishing fluids with a glucose solution, what percentage of glucose and electrolytes is most useful? 4% 6% 8% 10%
6%
What is the normal pulse and respiratory rate for an adult at rest? 60-80 beats/min, 12 breaths/min 60-100 beats/min, 15 breaths/min 60-80 beats/min, 20 breaths/min 80-100 beats/min, 20 breaths/min
60-80:beats/min, 12 breaths/min
After an injury, acute management should be done for how many hours? 24 36 48 72
72
The body would have to drop to what temperature for shivering to cease? 70-75 degrees F 80-85 degrees F 85-90 degrees F 80-95 degrees F
85-90 degrees F
Which of the following solution mixes would be the best to clean treatment tables in the athletic training room? A 1:10 solution of alcohol and water A 1:10 solution of bleach and water A 1:20 solution of bleach and water A 1:20 solution of alcohol and water
A 1:10 solution of bleach and water
Which of the following best describes malfeasance (act of commission)? A legal wrong that is committed when an individual fails to perform a legal duty A legal wrong that is committed when an individual performs an act that is not his/her legal duty An act that a reasonably prudent person would do None of the Above
A legal wrong that is committed when an individual performs an act that is not his/her legal duty
What is a bloodborne pathogen? A microorganism that can cause disease Fluid contaminated with blood An organism only found in human blood A disease characterized by the inflammation of the liver
A microorganism that can cause disease
Which of the following wounds results from the top layer of skin being scraped away, bleeds very little but extremely painful? Laceration Avulsion Abrasion Puncture
Abrasion
If the intensity of an activity is such that sufficient oxygen can be supplied to meet the demands of working tissues, the activity is: Aerobic Anaerobic Isotonic Isometric
Aerobic
Athletic training is: A specialization in sports medicine A major link between sports programs and the medical community Concerned with prevention and treatment of athletic injuries All of the Above
All of the Above
What area(s) need to be included in the design of an Athletic Training Facility? Private exam room Wet Area Treatment area All of the Above
All of the Above
An injury prone athlete may have which of the following personality traits? Risk taker Tender minded Over-protected All of the above
All of the above
Which of the following nutrients may prevent pre-mature aging, certain cancers, and heart disease? Carbohydrates Proteins minerals Antioxidants
Antioxidants
When one is controlling external bleeding, what is the sequence of events? Direct pressure is applied on pressure points and then the body part is elevated Elevate the body part then apply direct pressure over the wound Apply pressure on the artery supplying the area with blood and elevate above the heart Apply direct pressure over the wound and elevate the body part
Apply direct pressure over the wound and elevate the body part
Which of the following is NOT a component of an athletic shoe? Arch Plate Shank Heel Counter Toe box
Arch plate
The court acknowledges that hazards are present in sports. This concept is called: Negligence Liability Injury Assumption of Risk
Assumption of Risk
How often must the average person engage in activity/exercise to see improvements in cardiorespiratory endurance? Every day Twice a week Twice a day At least 3 days per week
At least 3 days per week
Which of these is NOT a symptom of shock? Athletes pulse rate is very slow Athlete may appear sluggish or exceptionally drowsy Respirations are shallow and rapid Skin is ashen and clammy
Athletes pulse rate is very low
Which of the following individuals is NOT considered a fitness professional? Nutritionist Personal fitness trainer Athletic Trainer Strength and conditioning coach
Athletic Trainer
In order to reduce the risk of HIV infection, what is an important measure to practice? Practice good hygiene before sex Choose promiscuous sex partners Use only condoms when having sex with an HIV infected person Avoid drugs that impair judgment
Avoid drugs that impair judgement
Which of the following fractures is characterized by a bone fragment that has been pulled away from the bone? Blowout fracture Greenstick fracture Oblique fracture Avulsion fracture
Avulsion fracture
Which of the following organizations does NOT offer certifications for personal fitness trainers? ACSM ACE BOC NASM
BOC
Which of the following is the least likely to cause HIV transmission? Boxing Rugby Ice hockey Basketball
Basketball
Which of the following mechanisms causes a transverse fracture? Compression Bending Torsion Shear
Bending
What mineral is most abundant in the body and is necessary for bone formation? Phosphorus Calcium Iron Zinc
Calcium
The body's most efficient source of energy is from what food group? Carbohydrates Proteins Fats Water
Carbohydrates
The single most neglected part of every rehabilitation program is balance training. Strength training Cardiorespiratory fitness Neuromuscluar control Balance training
Cardiorespiratory fitness
Which of the following components of a rehabilitation program is most commonly neglected? Strength training Neuromuscular control Cardiorespiratory fitness Balance training
Cardiorespiratory fitness
Which of the following is the most important in controlling swelling? Rest Ice Compression Elevation
Compression
Which of the following is an incorrect type of heat loss by the body? Conduction Conversion Evaporation Radiation
Conversion
Which of the following is the best material to use to prevent friction and allow for faster drying in socks? 100% cotton blend Cotton and polyester blend 100% polyester blend Polypropylene and cotton blend
Cotton and polyester blend
Which of the following occurs when an athlete feels an overwhelming feeling of hopelessness or loneliness? Anger Depression Anxiety Fear
Depression
Which of the following conditions does NOT indicate a possible medical disqualification from collision/contact sports? Diabetes Mononucleosis A loss of one eye A loss of one kidney
Diabetes
Which of the following definitions best describes the field of "sports medicine"? Doctors who provide care to athletes Different specialized areas related to performance and injury The team physician, the athletic trainer and the coach An association with a few professional organizations
Different specialized areas related to performance and injury
What stimulant used in diet pills that can cause heart related issues? Creatine Creatine Ephedrine St. John's Wort
Ephedrine
If you are an athlete, which of the following is a disadvantage of wearing contact lenses? Eye irritation caused by dust getting under the lens Loss of peripheral vision Corneal abrasion Astigmatism
Eye irritation caused by dust getting under the lens
Which of the following protects the privacy of a student's educational record? NCAA HIPAA FERPA OSHA
FERPA
A strain involves damage to a ligament, and a sprain involves damage to a muscle. True False
False
An athlete's medical information may be released to the athletic director, the team physician, and the player's teammates. True False
False
Creatine is a banned substance and cannot be given to athletes. True False
False
If you wear gloves while treating an athlete, it is not necessary to wash your hands when finished. True False
False
Isometric contractions increase the strength throughout the full range of motion of any given joint. True False
False
It is not necessary for the athlete to be included in the decision-making process. True False
False
Manufacturers of products do not have a duty to design and produce equipment that will not cause injury; it is the responsibility of the user to use it safely. True False
False
Once an athlete returns to the weight room with the strength and conditioning coach following an injury, the athletic trainer does not have any responsibilities for this athlete's training regimen. True False
False
Open kinetic chain exercises consist of those exercises in which the foot or hand is in contact with the ground or some other object. True False
False
Prevention of injury is a minor goal of athletic training. True False
False
The athlete who enters a contest while angry, frustrated, or discouraged is less prone to injury than the individual who is going all out in the competition. True False
False
The single most neglected part of every rehabilitation program is balance training. True False
False
To open the victim's airway, lift up the chin or the neck, then force the chin down. True False
False
The purpose of obtaining a personal information card on each athlete is to record: Injury evaluation Treatments Family and insurance information Baseline information on the individua
Family and insurance infor
Which of the following ice treatments should have a protective barrier on the skin? Ice towels Ice packs Ice cups Frozen gel packs
Frozen gel packs
Which of the following is a reaction to a chronic injury? Isolation Shock Frustration Fear
Frustration
What is the component of the rehabilitation program that involves a series of progressive activities designed to prepare an individual for return to a specific sport? Strength Flexibility Functional progression Neuromuscular control
Functional progression
What is the first step to establish unresponsiveness of an athlete? Determine whether he/she is breathing normally Roll the upper eyelid back and check for pupil dilation Gently tap his/her shoulder and ask, "Are you OK?" Check the radial pulse
Gently tap his/her shoulder and ask, "Are you OK?"
What type of fracture is characterized by an incomplete break in a bone that has not completely ossified? Commiunted fracture Greenstick fracture Impacted fracture Oblique fracture
Greenstick fracture
Which of the following protects the privacy of a student athletes medical record? OSHA HIPAA FERPA NSCA
HIPAA
Which of the following regulates how an athlete's health information can be shared? Occupational Safety and Health Administration American Academy of Sports Medicine Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act Americans with Disabilities Act
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
What is the heat disorder that is caused by prolonged sweating, diarrhea, and inadequate replacement of body fluid losses? Heat cramps Heat Exhaustion Heat Stroke Hypothermia
Heat exhaustion
What condition is indicative of an absence of sweating with hot, flushed, dry skin? Heat Cramps Heat Exhaustion Heat Syncope Heat Stroke
Heat stroke
Which of the following conditions is caused by peripheral vasodilation of the superficial vessels, hypotension, or a pooling of blood in the extremities and results in dizziness, fainting and nausea? Heat cramps Heat exhaustion Heat stroke Heat syncope
Heat syncope
If a light-colored athlete presented with red skin color, what is the likeable condition? Shock or fright Heatstroke, high blood pressure, or elevated temperature Hemorrhage, heat exhaustion, or insulin shock Airway obstruction or respiratory insufficiency
Heatstroke, high blood pressure, or elevated temperature
All of the following are joints that commonly dislocate EXCEPT: Finger Shoulder Patella Hip
Hip
If an individual presented with an increasing headache, nausea, vomiting, and swelling in the hands and feet, what is the individual's condition? Hyperthermia Hyponatremia Hypothermia Hypernatremia
Hyponatremia
Which of the following modalities can be used to modulate pain acutely? Ice Exercise Heat Massage
Ice
The primary purpose of a preseason health exam is to: Identify whether an athlete is at risk before he/she participates Determine body fat percentages for coaches Reveal qualifying conditions Satisfy insurance and liability issues
Identify whether an athlete is at risk before he/she participates
When does the rehabilitation process start? After the swelling has gone down after an acute injury When the athlete is strong enough to do exercises Immediately after the injury has occurred When the athlete feels comfortable enough to begin the rehabilitation
Immediately after the injury has occurred
It is believed that a proper warm-up will do all the following except: Stretch ligaments and muscles Increase body temperature Increase muscle soreness Increase flexibility
Increase muscle soreness
The coach should take all of the following steps if he/she recognizes overtraining in an athlete except: Modify the athlete's training sessions over a 3-5 day period Increase the intensity of activities and lower the amount of work Gradually allow the athlete to return to practice once symptoms improve Cease the athlete's participation in competitions for a short period of time
Increase the intensity of activities and lower the amount of work.
During which phase of the healing process do phagocytic cells clean up the area? Inflammatory Maturation Fibroblastic Remodeling
Inflammatory
A soccer player running ten 120 yd sprints in under 20 seconds each with a 1 minute walking recovery period between each sprint is an example of: Continuous training Fartlek training Interval training Conditioning
Interval training
Which of the following statements best fits the team physician? Is the direct medical resource for coaches to understand the physical demands of the various sports Needs to work completely independent of the coach and athletic trainer Needs to focus the physical exam only on the heart, lungs, and blood pressure; these will give the information needed Is the final authority in determining when an injured athlete can return to practice and competition
Is the final authority in determining when an injured athlete can return to practice or competition
Increasing static strength and decreasing atrophy can best be accomplished by using what method of exercise? Accommodating resistance exercise Isokinetic exercise Isotonic exercise Isometric exercise
Isometric exercise
Which kind of strengthening exercises are used commonly in the early phase of rehabilitation? Isometric exercises Progressive resistive exercises Isokinetic exercises Plyometric exercises
Isometric exercises
Which of the following is NOT true of alcohol? It is a diuretic It depresses the central nervous system It is a good source for vitamins and minerals It has 7 calories/gram
It is a good source for vitamins and minerals
What is portion of a persons' total body weight called that is composed of muscles, tendons, bones, and connective tissue? Percent body fat Subcutaneous body weight Lean body weight Body composition
Lean body weight
Which type of insurance covers a coach if sued for negligence in a civil case? Accident Insurance Liability Insurance Catastrophic Insurance General Insurance
Liability Insurance
Which of the following is a result of a negative stressor which can result in injury? Loss of attentional focus Increase in muscle relaxation Increase in concern for other players Loss of motor control
Loss of attentional focus
Which of the following is a reaction to a career ending injury? Loss of vigor Loss of vigor Apprehension Loss of identity
Loss of identity
When performing chest compressions on an adult, where does the rescuer place the heel of the hand? Four fingers below the xiphoid process On the xiphoid process Below nipple line Lower half of sternum
Lower half of the sternum
In giving emergency treatment for a heat stroke victim, what is the most important directive? Replacing the athlete's fluids quickly Lowering the victim's body temperature by use of cool sponges Lowering the body temperature with ice tub immersion and transporting the victim to the hospital via ambulance Treating the athlete for shock
Lowering the body temperature with ice tub immersion and transporting the victim to the hospital via ambulance
Which of the following is NOT the responsibility of the coach as part of the Sports Medicine Team? Sufficiently warn all players of the inherent risks of participation Ensure that the playing area is safe Ensure that personal protective equipment is safe and fitted properly Make decisions on returning athletes to practice and competition following an injury
Make decisions on returning athletes to practice and competition following an infury
In an attempt to control the cost of medical care a concept called _________ was developed, often requiring pre-approval for care. Product liability Managed care Third party reimbursement Health Maintenance Organization
Managed Care
Which of the phases may take several years to complete? Inflammatory Proliferation Maturation Fibroblastic
Maturation
The contract between an insurance company and an individual, in which the insurance company agrees to pay for medical costs, is called: Product liability Liability Insurance Third-party reimbursement Medical insurance
Medical insurance
An intraoral mouth guard performs all of the following functions except which of the following? Reducing the chance of concussions Minimizing lacerations to the lips and cheeks Protecting teeth from fractures Minimizing fractures to the upper jaw
Minimizing fractures to the upper jaw
When an individual improperly does something they have a legal right to do, this is known as what? Act of Omission (nonfeasance) Act of Commission (malfeasance) Abandonment misfeasance
Misfeasance
The ability of a muscle group to exert force rapidly is called: Muscular endurance Muscular power Muscular strength Muscular torque
Muscular power
Which of the following complications is a result of repeated blows to the same area? Myositis ossificans Neuritis DOMS Crepitus
Myositis ossifcans
Which of the following organizations is responsible for creating minimum safety standards for equipment? National Athletic Trainers' Association National Athletic Trainers' Association National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment National Association for Safe Sporting Equipment
National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment
Which of the following organizations is responsible for helmet certification standards? Athletic Equipment Manager Association National Collegiate Athletic Association American National Standards Institute National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment
National operating committee on standards for athletic equipment
Failure to use ordinary or reasonable care is known as: Negligence Liability Assumption of risk Torts
Negligence
OSHA stands for: Occupational Safety and Housing Administration Organization for Safety and Health Administration Occupational Safety and Health Administration Organization for Standards on Health Administration
Occupational Safety and Housing Administration
Which of the following describes the time when conditioning is dedicated to unstructured recreational activities and physical restoration? In-season Off-season Preseason Postseason
Off-season
Which of the following types of exercise is used to facilitate a muscle contraction through a quick stretch? Isometric exercise Progressive resistive exercise Isokinetic exercise Plyometric exercise
Plyometric exercise
__________ is a physician specializing in foot care. Orthopedist Orthodontist Podiatrist Neurologist
Podiatrist
Which of the following organizations allows the individual discounted health care, but only if they see a physician on the approved list? Point of Service General Insurance Fee for service Preferred Provider Organization
Preferred Provider Organization
Which would not be considered an appropriate injury prevention strategy of the sports medicine team? Coordinating the administration of comprehensive physical examinations and pre-participation screenings of all athletes Implementing appropriate training and conditioning programs for all athletes Prescribing daily vitamin supplementation for all athletes Selecting and fitting any necessary protective equipment for all athletes
Prescribing daily vitamin supplementation for all athletes
When carrying out cardiopulmonary resuscitation, what is the first step to ensure the athlete's airway is open? Strike the athlete sharply on the back between the shoulders Properly position the athlete's chin Listen to the chest for breathing sounds Feel for air exiting the nostrils
Properly position the athlete's chin
Which of the following stretching techniques is capable of producing the most dramatic increases in flexibility? Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Static Dynamic Ballistic
Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation
Which type of wound is tetanus associated with? Laceration Abrasion Avulsion Puncture
Puncture
Which of the following is not a reactive phase? Reaction to stress Reaction to injury Reaction to rehabilitation Reaction to return
Reaction to stress
Which type of shoe should be the most flexible at the ball of the foot and has a larger heel flare? Tennis Aerobic Running Basketball
Running
Which of the following bodily fluids does not transmit HIV? Saliva Blood Semen Vaginal fluid
Saliva
All the following are examples of closed kinetic chain exercises except: Mini-squats Seated knee extensions Lateral step ups Push-ups
Seated knee extentions
Which of the following would be considered an acute injury? Patellar tendinitis Hip osteoarthritis Shoulder subluxation Achilles tendinitis
Shoulder subluxation
If you are out on the soccer practice field and you see lightning, what should you do? Stop the activity and seek shelter Wait to see another bolt before leaving the field Once you see the bolt, listen for the thunder to see how far the storm is from the field Crouch down on the field
Stop the activity and seek shelter
What type of injury occurs when a bone comes partially out of its normal articulation then goes right back into place? Dislocation Avulsion fracture Stress fracture Subluxation
Subluxation
Which type of bra is most effective for larger breasted women? Supportive Compression Firm Soft
Supportive
What consideration should the pre-event meal do? Reward the athlete based performance Be eaten at least five hours before competition Be low in caloric value to not "fill" the stomach Take into consideration the digestibility of food
Take into consideration the digestibility of food
Which of the following items are expendable supplies? TENS unit, tape & massage lotion Tape, massage lotion & bandages Ultrasound units & germicides TENS units & ultrasound units
Tape, massage lotion, and bandages
Which of the following is NOT a concern when setting the standards for protective equipment? Material durability The color, look, and style Equipment testing Requirement for wear
The color, look, and style
What will a coach base the decision to return an athlete to participation? The feeling of the athlete The status of the athlete's injury The status of the athlete and game situation The decision of the parents
The status of the athlete and game situation
If a uniform becomes saturated with blood, what is the proper action that should be taken for the athlete to continue participation? No action should be taken and the athlete should continue without interruption The blood should be rinsed off with water The uniform should be changed immediately The uniform should be changed at half-time
The uniform should be changed immediately
What degree classification of a ligament sprain involves total tearing of tissue? First degree Second degree third degree Fourth degree
Third degree
A legal wrong that is committed against a person or property is known as: Tort Negligence Liability Risk
Tort
Which of the following types of documentation should be used as a sign-in record for patients? Injury Report Treatment Log Personal Information Card Injury Record Form
Treatment Log
A medical history form should be completed before the physical exam and orthopedic screening. True False
True
A stress fracture resulting from repeated microtrauma commonly occurs in weight bearing bones. True False
True
All certified Athletic Trainers are required to be CPR certified? True False
True
An athlete sprains his or her ankle during a soccer practice. If a trained individual fails to provide care for this athlete he or she can be held liable for such negligence. True False
True
An athlete's coping skills, past history of injury, social support, and personality traits can influence their reaction to injury. True False
True
During progressive resistive exercise, both eccentric and concentric isotonic contractions are incorporated. True False
True
Football provides more opportunities for body contact than hockey, but hockey players create greater impact forces because they move faster. True False
True
Full range of motion of an affected body part is a major criterion before the athlete returns to participation. True False
True
HBV is more likely to be spread than HIV because it is a heartier virus and can survive outside the body for longer periods of time. True False
True
Hypovolemic Shock occurs when there is a diminished amount of blood available to the circulatory system. True False
True
If an individual modifies a piece of protective equipment and an athlete sustains an injury, that individual can be held liable. True False
True
It is desirable to fit the athlete's shoe at the end of the day to accommodate the gradual increases in foot size that occurs. True False
True
Nutrients eaten several days before competition are much more important than what is eaten three hours prior to competition at the pre-game meal. True False
True
Overweight individuals with a large muscle mass experience greater heat production than underweight individuals and are therefore more susceptible to heat illness. True False
True
Strength is determined by the number of muscle fibers and diameter of those fibers; therefore it is proportional to the cross-sectional diameter of muscle. True False
True
Stress may be either positive or negative? True False
True
The body language of the coach or support staff is important when an athlete is trying to express their apprehension about an injury. True False
True
The components of a pre-participation exam include a physical exam, a maturity assessment, and an orthopedic exam. True False
True
When a person's temperature reaches 104° F, the chances of survival are decreased dramatically. True False
True
When one is disposing a sharp object, it should be placed into a puncture resistant, leak proof, labeled container. True False
True
In football, a face protector should have a minimum of how many bars? One bar Two bars Three bars Four bars
Two bars
An effective sports bra holds the breasts to the chest to prevent which of the following? Breast contusion Vertical and horizontal movement Nipple chafing Breast tissue stretching
Vertical and horizontal movement
Which vitamin is essential for the building of cells and preventing night blindness? Vitamin A Vitamin B Vitamin C Vitamin D
Vitamin A
Individuals taking blood thinning medications should closely monitor their intake of foods containing which vitamin? Vitamin A Vitamin B Vitamin D Vitamin K
Vitamin K
Which of the following statements about vitamins is NOT true? Vitamins can be dissolved in watery solutions and get excreted from the body Vitamins can be dissolved in fats and stored in the body Vitamins play a critical role in tissue healing and repair Vitamins can be broken down by the body to use for energy
Vitamins can be broken down by the body to use for energy
Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of HBV? Jaundice Abdominal pain Headache weight loss
Weight loss
What is a primary reason for the strength difference in males vs. females? . Women have increased testosterone levels, which decreases their ability to develop muscle bulk Women have smaller muscles fibers than men Women are incapable of building significant muscular strength Women have a higher percentage of body fat which decreases the strength to body-weight ratio
Women have a higher percentage of body fat which decreases the strength to body-weight ratio
What is the long term goal of any rehabilitation program? Decrease pain Decrease swelling Increase ROM Return to play
return to play
