Athletic Injuries and Care ch. 13 & 14
Signs for an orbital fracture involve which of the following?
-Double vision -Sunken eye -Restricted eye motion
Which sports is an ear contusion (cauliflower ear) most commonly seen in?
-Rugby -Martial Arts -Wrestling
An adductor strain usually causes pain with which of the following movements?
-Running -Moving injured leg toward the other leg -Pivoting maneuvers
Which of the following are concerning signs for an eye injury?
-Unequal eye movement -Inability to open eye -Loss of peripheral vision
Which of the following are common causes of a subluxing or dislocating patella?
-Weak VMO -Twisting force -Compression to inside of patella
In the case of a heel contusion it might be necessary to rule out which of the following?
-nerve damage -calcaneus fracture -Disrupted blood supply
How long should you treat epistaxis before sending for further treatment by a physician?
15-20 minutes
Which ligament of the knee prevents anterior translation of the tibia on the femur?
ACL
What is the clear membrane that covers the iris and pupil to help the eye focus?
Cornea
Eversion ankle sprains involve which ligament(s)?
Deltoid ligament
A hip pointer is usually due to which of the following?
Direct blow
Which of the following is a warm-up program used to prevent knee (and other sport) injuries?
FIFA-11+
A common sign for a zygomatic fracture is a rounded cheekbone.
False
A hip dislocation is not a medical emergency.
False
A zygomatic fracture is usually the result of a direct blow to the lower jaw.
False
An object that is embedded in the eye can be removed with a moistened sterile gauze.
False
Athletic trainers are allowed to suture (stitch) lacerations if they are gaping open.
False
Females usually have a smaller Q angle than males.
False
High bone mineral density is one factor involved in the female athlete triad.
False
Patellar tendinitis is often called runner's knee
False
Treatment for epistaxis involves immediately activating the Emergency Action Plan.
False
When communicating with patients, it is ok to "sugar coat" expectations about pain, symptoms, mobility and recovery.
False
What is a common mechanism of injury for a muscle strain?
Forceful stretch
If an abdominal injury was caused by a direct blow, what other injury should be ruled out?
Internal organ trauma
The idea that the bones and joints of the body have an impact on each other is known as what?
Kinetic chain
Exertional compartment syndrome is typically seen in which area?
Lower leg
A stretch, tear, or irritation of the muscles, tendons, and bones in the lower leg is:
Medial tibial stress syndrome
When wrapping a hip flexor strain, which direction should you 'pull' the ace wrap?
Medially to laterally
What is a measure to help determine if a referral is needed for x-rays of the ankle/foot
Ottawa Ankle Rules
Which of the following is when the patella sits high in the trochlear groove?
Patella alta
An abnormally low arch is known as which of the following?
Pes planus
What type of lenses should protective eyewear be made of for sports?
Polycarbonate
Myositis ossificans is a concern for which of the following injuries?
Quadriceps contusion
If a dislocated tooth is dirty it should be rinsed with which of the following?
Saline
Which part of the eye is the tough, white, outer wall?
Sclera
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of patellar dislocations
Strong medial quad muscles (VMO)
What is a common response for someone with plantar fasciitis?
The first few steps are very painful after waking up.
Syndesmotic (high) ankle sprains typically result in injury to which ligament?
Tibiofibular
Anterior knee pain can be prevented by all of the following EXCEPT:
Tight hamstrings
A common symptom of a cartilage/meniscus injury is feeling like the knee is "locking up".
True
An emergency action plan should be in place for the management of mental health emergencies.
True
Athletic trainers are not allowed to suture lacerations.
True
Dermatomes, myotomes and capillary refill should be considered when checking the neurovascular integrity of an extremity.
True
Faulty mechanics, poor footwear, and tight musculature are common causes in many lower extremity injuries.
True
Sport injury can affect, or be affected by, more than just biological functioning and should be approached holistically.
True
The Female Athlete Triad could be the cause of stress fractures.
True
The cause of an injury is also know as the mechanism of injury.
True
The medial collateral ligament of the knee protects against which type of force?
Valgus
Experiencing pain with which of the following maneuvers should be referred to a physician?
Valsalva
Common sites for facial lacerations include all of the following except:
cheek
