CTE
A player who has a grade 3 concussion without a prior history of head injury will likely have to wait at least before resuming play
1 month
How many vertebrae are there in the thoracic spine?
12
For proper handwashing, you should scrub your hands for
120 seconds
How many facial bones are there?
14
When using the RICE treatment on the elbow, the ice should be kept in place for then removed for 1 hour
15 minutes
How long after a nosebleed has stopped can an athlete blow his nose?
2 hours
How long should a secondary survey take?
2 minutes
A trainer assisting a return to play potential of an athlete with a bicep injury should as a player to do range of motion exercises and then perform how many push-ups to test upper extremity strength
20
To most effectively protect against su nburn, athletes should apply sunscreen with a 15 or higher SPF rating
20 to 30 minutes before exposure
The ratio for ventilations to compressions for one-person CPR is.
2:30
When measuring respirations, you should count for. seconds and multiply that number by
30 seconds, multiply by 2
How many teeth are there
32
The spine has how many vertebrae?
33
The thumb is a unique digit because it does not have a(n). phalanx.
3rd
Brain cells that are deprived of oxygen due to the lack of heartbeat and breathing will begin to die in
4-6 Minutes
Normal blood needs how many minutes to clot?
4-6 minutes
How many vertebrae are there in the lumbar spine?
5
A normal rate of respiration for a well-trained athlete would be
6-8 breaths per minute
What is the normal pulse rate for an adult?
60-100 bpm
How many vertebrae are there in the cervical spine?
7
An athlete who loses this amount of body weight during a game should be sent to a physician for rehydration.
7%
How many bones are there in the cranium?
8
How many carpal bones are there?
8
Viral disease caused by the human immunodeficieney virus which destroys the immune system and renders the patient susceptible to other infections
AIDS
ability to come to terms with a prognosis or outcome
Acceptance
The best way to control bleeding is to
Apply direct pressure
lung disorder that causes difficult breathing, wheezing, and coughing
Asthma
Pain, bulging biceps, and decreased mobility are symptoms of
Biceps brachii rupture
The goal of treating someone with heat stroke is to lower the body temperature as quickly and safely as possible, to avoid death or serious
Brain damage
After you determine a person is not conscious or breathing, what should be your next step
CallEMS
When your heart stops beating, it is called.
Cardiac arrest
periods of apnea followed by periods of fast and slow breathing
Cheyne-Stokes respiration
When your heart and your respirations stop, it is called
Clinical death
Blood vessels expand and every time the heart beats.
Contract
psychological or physical methods people use to adapt to stressful situations
Coping mechanism
refusal to believe what is real or true
Denial
feelings of sadness or hopelessess
Depression
identification of a disease or condition based on scientific assessment
Diagnosis
nervous system disorder that results in seizures or other abnormal behavior
Epilepsy
heat loss such as perspiration in which a liquid changes to a vapor
Evaporation
A basketball player who gets a bloody nose during play can wear her jersey in the game if there's only a little blood on it.
False
A log roll with one rescuer is safer than a log roll with three rescuers
False
A patient who is unconscious should be given inhalants try and wake her up
False
A person's pulse should be taken immediately after activity
False
A sports medicine professional who does his job correctly will never be confronted with an emergency
False
An athlete who has a nosebleed should lie down flat on her back to help control the bleeding.
False
During CPR, there should be two ventilations for every 10 compressions.
False
If an athlete is unconscious, it is not necessary to time how long he is unconscious.
False
If breathing stops, the heart will stop beating immediately after.
False
It is not a good idea to tell an athlete what you are doing when you are checking pulse or respirations, since it might make him anxious
False
Medical asepsis is the highest level of asepsis.
False
Removal of the red bloodstain guarantees removal of the contaminants from clothes.
False
Sports that use repetitive motions are less likely to cause tendonitis because the joints get used to the motion.
False
The infection cycle consists of six parts that must exist for a disease to occur
False
The pulse can be felt by placing the fingers lightly over a vein.
False
Ventilations consist of giving one breath before checking for circulation
False
Volkmann's contracture is not serious and can be treated with rest and ice.
False
When applying ice to a wound, keep the ice in place for 10 minutes followed by an hour in which the ice is taken off. The Cycle is repeated for a 24- to 72-hour period during waking hours, or until the swelling subsides
False
When blood temperature rises, the hypothalamus sends a signal to the blood vessels in the skin,causing them to constrict
False
You do not need to scrub your hands if you are wearing gloves.
False
The top number on a blood pressure reading is the diastolic pressure
False it's systolic
An athlete who breathes in 11 times and out II times would have a respiration rate of 22.
False, 11
A heart rate or pulse that is less than 60 beats per minute is called tachycardia.
False, Bradycardia
People who work with athletes in contact sports should make sure they get an AIDS vaccine.
False, Hepatitis B
When putting on sterile gloves, itis best to put the glove on the nondeminant hand first
False, dominant
To feel the radial pulse, it is best to use your thumb.
False, first two fingers
Distal indicates that a body part lies close to the reference point.
False, it's proximal
A cross-country runner who had not had enough fluids would probably have high blood pressure.
False, low
The peripheral nervous system consists of the brain and spinal cord
False; central
freezing of skin and tissues that can permanently damage the affected areas
Frostbite
respiratory and cardiac arrest
Full Arrest
cystic tumor rising from a tendon, often on the back of the wrist, that creates a knot beneath the skin
Ganglion cyst
facial expression that reflects discomfort or pain
Grimace
medical evaluation based on history, observation, palpation, and stress test
HOPS
assessment for impingement of subacromial bursa
Hawkins-kennedy test
During a secondary survey, what symptoms could indicate a head injury?
Head injury could be indicated by symptoms such as pain swelling or bleeding in the head or scalp, unconsciousness, inability to remember, being disoriented as to time place and person and Unreactive or unequally reactive pupils
an injured athlete's airway is not open, you should make an airway using either the head- maneuver or jaw- maneuver
Head tilt or jaw thrust maneuver
blood-filled, swollen area caused by bleeding under the tissues
Hematoma
Which of the following would not be transmitted by a needlestick?
Hepatitis A
balance or state of equilibrium in body systems
Homeostasis
condition when the body temperature drops below 95° F
Hypothermia
treatment for a mild strain
ICE technique
How does humidity affect the body's ability to cool?
If there is a lot of humidity in the air switch cannot evaporate ********** is not able to cool the body
compression of the soft tissue between two or more bones due to tissue swelling or bone displacement
Impingement
What are the essential characteristics of athletic adhesive tape?
It must be applied easily quickly and constantly immerse me strong and able enough to provide the needed protection
The spread of disease can be stopped by removing any 一一 in the chain of infection.
Link
What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?
Mitosis produces skin cells and meiosis produces human reproductive cells.
A gymnast who has fallen off the parallel bars. She is not breathing and has no pulse. She is currently on her back, resting on some thick, soft pads. Should you start CPR immediately?
No
A member of the football team has collapsed facedown on the field after a hard tackle. As you approach, a teammate says, "He is not breathing!" You call EMS and tell everyone not to try to turn him over, to wait for the paramedics. Is this correct?
No
If your hands become contaminated while performing a procedure, should you continue until you finish the procedure?
No
One of the long-distance runners on your team has a resting pulse of 53 beats per minute. Should you take him for medical evaluation?
No
You notice that one of your swim team members is sitting on the side of the pool. When she breathes in, she raises her shoulders and moves her neck back. Is this normal breathing?
No
treatment for a sprain
PRICE TECHNIQUE
List five symptoms of appendicitis.
Pain in lower right abdomen nausea vomiting fever diarrhea or constipation
The point at which pain affects performance is known as the
Pain threshold
point at which discomfort affects performance
Pain threshold
assessment to determine impingement of the nerves at the wrist
Phalen's test
period in rehabilitation when no significant progress is shown
Plateau
The main concern when a person is having a seizure is to
Prevent the victim or anyone else from getting hurt
taking steps in advance to avoid or manage an anticipated difficulty
Proactive
estimated recovery or prediction of outcome for disease or injury
Prognosis
mental and emotional ability to compete without undue strain on other aspects of life
Psychological fitness
What is the basic "principle of taping"?
RTP is based on common sense it through understanding of the anatomy and function of the part involved
As an athletic trainer, it is important that you can different types of injuries and apply. to the injured person.
Recognize, first aid
discomfort at a location other than the point of injury
Referred pain
The head of the humerus is held in place within the glenoid cavity by the
SITS muscle
Second concussion that is received before the signs and symptoms of the firsr concussion have been resolved; a life threatening emergency
Second impact syndrome
What are the symptoms of someone who is experiencing hypoglycemia?
Set an onset of headache nausea weakness and loss of muscle coordination
A rapid but weak pulse usually will indicate
Shock, bleeding, diabetic coma, and/or heat exhaustion
Which of the following would NOT be helpful in preventing hypothermia?
Shoes that fit perfectly
stretching or lengthening the biceps tendon to assess the possibility of tenosynovitis
Speed's test
Body parts that are located above other parts are said to be to the lower parts.
Superior
source who accepts the the pathogen and supports the pathogen's life and reproduction
Susceptible host
Return-to-play decisions for minor injuries are based on
The athletes ability to perform certain physical activities
When taping an athlete's hand, the trainer should be particularly careful not to pull the tape too tightly in which area?
The web space between the thumb and the first finger
tingling sensation produced by percussing the ulnar nerve
Tinel's sign
The plane Refers to an imaginary horizontal line that divides the body into a top and The bottom half
Transverse
A hematoma is best treated using the ICE procedure.
True
A person in cardiac arrest will have no pulse
True
A reservoir host is an individual in which the infectious microorganisms reside
True
Because of the blood supply to the neck and head, even small head wounds can bleed profusely.
True
Before a dressing is applied, a wound must be cleansed.
True
Emergency plans should be practiced regularly and under varying conditions.
True
For cells to metabolize food into energy, they need oxygen.
True
Hydrogen peroxide may be used to remove bloodstains from jerseys and other uniforms
True
If you get a needle stick, after cleaning the wound, you should fill out the necessary forms to notify supervisors of the needle stick
True
Keeping a wound clean and dry is an example of breaking the chain of infection by changing the environment
True
Sterilization kills all forms of microbial life.
True
The best ways to check a person's temperature is through the mouth or ear
True
The most effective method of reducing disease transmission is through handwashing.
True
The rate of respiration increases when the cells need more energy, such as during exercise.
True
To clear an airway, use your index finger to do a finger sweep to remove any objects in the mouth
True
To flex a contused quadriceps, the knee should be kept in flexion
True
Trainers who work with contact sports such as football should be vaccinated against hepatitis B
True
Using a tennis racket that does not have the proper grip and string tension could cause epicondylitis.
True
Wearing gloves protects both the care provider and the patient.
True
When is used, it is important that tape adherent also be used on the skin to secure it.
Under wrap
guidelines to protect healthcare workers from exposure to blood-borne pathogens in body secretions
Universal precautions
assessment to determine lateral joint stability (of the elbow, for example)
Varus stress test
individual bone segments of the spine
Vertebrae
damage to forearm muscles due to an injury to the blood supply
Volkmann's contracture
List two preventative measures that can be taken to avoid the transmission of a cold or flu virus to an entire team.
Wash hands frequently avoid sharing water bottles and towels
The effect of wind in cold temperatures is known as the factor
Windchill
A wrestler on your team has a clear liquid leaking from his nose . Should you put on gloves before you examine him?
Yes
open wound in which the outer layer of skin has been scraped off
abrasion
Getting the body accustomed to temperature and environmental conditions is called
acclimatization
downward distraction of the humerus to assess the joint formed between the clavicle and the scapula
acromioclavicular sprain test
movement of a joint through a range of motion produced by muscle contraction (without assistance)
active range of motion
When exercising in cold weather, the effects of moisture can usually be overcome by
activity
Movement of a body part toward the middle of the body is called
adduction
Soft connective tissue that stores fat is called
adipose tissue
For a person who is bitten by a venomous snake, the first aid action should be to
alert EMS
study of the structure of the body
anatomy
temporary or permanent stopping of breathing
apnea
movement of a joint while observing the patient for signs of pain and joint laxity; used to assess joint stability
apprehension test
vessels that carry blood away from the heart to the body
arteries
preventing infection;sterile
aseptic
The best way to determine a person's level of consciousness is to
ask loudly if they are okay
evaluation of a patient's physical condition
assessment
Which of the following does NOT require a physician's written permission before returning to play?
asthma attack
As an athletic trainer, your decisions regarding return to play should focus on
athletes immediate safety and long term well being
Which of the following would indicate that a player is NOT ready to resume play?
athletes seems reluctant to participate fully in play
When the air temperature is between 80 and 90 ° F and humidity is at or above 70 % , which of the following is the correct procedure?
athletes should rest and drink water frequently
to listen
auscultate
soft tissue injury in which a flap of tissue is torn loose or pulled off
avulsion
fabric portion of athletic tape
backcloth
single-celled organisms that can destroy blood cells
bacteria
The shoulder is a
ball and socket joint
attempts to make a deal with an authority figure to try to change the outcome of a situation
bargaining
Name two things that could cause someone to be a susceptible host.
being malnourished or having a suppressed immune system
When brain cells begin to die, it is called.
biological death
when brain cells begin to die
biological death
pressure exerted by the circulating blood against the walls of the arteries
blood pressure
Insulin is a hormone that regulates
blood sugar
Which pulse site is most commonly used for checking blood pressure?
brachial
A spinal injury that occurs when, for example, a rodeo rider's head is moved sharply to the side is called a
brachial plexus injury
abnormally slow breathing
bradypnea
middle phalanx
buttonhole deformity
thickened, usually painless, skin area caused by friction or pressure
callus
Bleeding can result from capillaries, veins, or arteries, with bleeding being the most common type of external bleeding.
capillary
What does CPR stand for?
cardiopulmonary resuscitation
lifes aving procedure that includes artificial ventilat plus chest compressions
cardiopulmonary resuscitation
people or animals with no disease symptoms but can still transmit the disease
carriers
The slightly movable joints in the spine are classified as
cartilaginous
To prevent a biceps brachii rupture, what could you do?
caution athletes to stay within theor tolerance limits
brain and spinal cord
central nervous system
Decreased circulation in the arm can be detected by
checking for paleness, coolness, or losses of sensation in the distal part of the extremity, checking the distal pulses, checking for capillary refill
results from partial or total airway obstruction.
chocking
The physical and mental characteristics of a person are found in the
chromosomes
Signs of circulation include normal breathing, movement, and a(n). in the neck.
circulation
moist
clammy
practices or procedures that ensure removal or destruction of infected material or organisms
clean technique
state of unconsciousness or deep stupor
coma
When a bone fracture protrudes through the skin, it is called a(n) fracture.
compound
pressing above and below an injury site to assess the possibility of a fracture
compression test
if a person is choking but still the rescuer should stand behind him and perform the obstructed airway maneuver
conscious
You should avoid touching anything else while you put on gloves, to avoid
contamination
What is the main function of the cell's nucleus?
control the metabolism, growth, and reproduction of the cell
soft tissue injury caused by the seepage of blood into tissue; bruise
contusion
a method of heat loss in which the layer of heated air next to the body is constantly being removed and replaced by a cooler air is called
convection
heat loss in which the layer of heated air next to the body is being removed and replaced by cooler air
convection
internal body temperature
core temperature
The directional plane that uses an imaginary line to separate the body into a front and back section is called the
coronal plane
crackling or grating sound heard when damaged a bone or joint is moved
crepitation
blush skin color caused by lack of oxygen
cyanosis
The jellylike material tha: makes up cells is called the
cytoplasm (protoplasm)
Vomiting, diarrhea, and high fever can all lead to
dehydration
A serious eye injury that often is not painful is a(n)
detached retina
What is retinal detachment?
detachment of the retina
treatment for arterial bleeding
direct pressure
separation of the joint
dislocation
expanded or swollen
distended
If you wanted to check the circulation in the foot of an athlete who had an ankle injury, you would use the
dorsalis pedis pulse site
Taping procedure for the Achilles tendon restricts the degree of. of the ankle joint.
dorsiflexion
Explain the difference between dressings and bandages
dressings are material applied directly on the wound. bandages are the material used to hold the dressing in place
abduction of the arm , followed by a controlled lowering to assess rotator cuff status
drop arm test
Difficult or painful breathing (shortness of breath) is called
dyspnea
shortness of breath
dyspnea
swelling due to excess fluid in the tissues
edema
olecranon process
elbow bursitis
inflammation of tissues around the humerus, also known as tennis elbow
epicondylitis
nosebleed
epistaxis
A method of heat loss in which a liquid changes to a vapor is called ________________________.
evaporation
means turning outward, and means turning inward.
eversion, inversion
A single respiration consists of one inspiration and one.
expiration
to breathe out or exhale
expiration
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of severe sunburn?
fainting
A carbohydrate snack every 30 minutes after activity may help to control blood sugar levels in diabetics
false
All athletes have the same high threshold of pain.
false
All dislocations should be reduced immediately
false
An athlete should be allowed to flex an ankle while it is being taped, to make sure the taping is a good "fit."
false
An athlete who has impetigo can continue to play football.
false
Applying a tourniquet is the most effective way to control bleeding.
false
Athletic tape should be stored in a warm place (more than 80° F) so that it maintains its flexibility
false
Hypoglycemic athletes should avoid sugar at the onset of symptoms.
false
Keeping a wet shirt or wet clothing on can help an athlete cool off in hot weather
false
Once an athlete is cleared to return to play, there is no need to closely observe him any more than the other athletes.
false
Taping is not helpful in reducing the discomfort of plantar fascitis.
false
To pass a return-to-play test, taping is not allowed.
false
Use skin cream to remove any residue of tape adherent from the skin
false, alcohol
When bargaining fails to alow an athlete to play, an athlete will often return to the acceptance stage of coping with the loss of the ability to play
false, anger
An athlete who had a mild injury can resume play after she is cleared by the team physician
false, athletic trainer
The sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems are part of the somatic nervous system
false, autonomic
Care should be taken removing tape from the feet, because the tape can pull away a toenail.
false, callus
The bones of the wrist are called the metacarpals
false, carpals
A person having a petit mal seizure usually loses consciousness.
false, grand mal
A sty is bleeding within the anterior chamber of the eye
false, hyphema
Direct pressure should be applied to control the bleeding associated with a compound fracture.
false, indirect
Diabetic coma is the result of too much insulin in the body
false, not enough
Stepping on the tip of a nail would result in a laceration.
false, puncture wound
The tearing of muscles and/or adjacent tissues is a fracture
false, strain
Someone with heat exhaustion can have a core body temperature as high as 100 ° F
false, stroke
The purpose of the second layer of wound dressing is to hold the dressing in place.
false, the 3rd does that
Wounds with jagged edges are called incisions
false, they are called lacerations
The varus stress test assesses the medial stability of the elbow joint.
false, valgus
The fibrous membrane that covers, supports, and separates muscles is called the
fascia
Which type of joint is immovable?
fibrous
assessment to determine tenosynovitis of the thumb tendon
finkelstein's test
Movement that results in a decreased angle between two bones is called
flexion
Name three ways to increase the tensile strength of tape.
folding the leading end of the tape, twisting the tape into a cord and by layering
The radial artery is located in the
forearm
A crack or break in a bone
fracture
The existence of a sprain in the ulnar collateral ligament or the medial ligament of the digit can be assessed using the test.
gamekeeper's thumb
ulnar collateral ligament
gamekeepers thumb
When heat cramps occur, they most commonly affect the
gastrocnemius
Other than the finger joints, which joint is the most commonly dislocated in sports?
glenohumeral joint
do these to protect yourself whenever providing first aid
gloves
An incomplete fracture in which the bone is partially bent is called a(n)
greenstick fracture
What are the main functions of the ear?
hearing and balance
Even when the body is at rest, the chemical and physical activities that take place in the body produce
heat
muscle spasms due to dehydration
heat cramps
Which of the following is a medical emergency?
heat stroke
rising body temperature over 105° F that causes nervous system symptoms
heat stroke
abnormal severe intermal or external bleeding
hemorrhage
inflammation of the liver that is caused by a virus and spread through contact with infected blood and body fluids
hepatitis B
An injury log must include a complete of the incident and injury.
history
moisture in the air
humidity
Sprains to the wrist are usually caused by. or.
hyper extension, hyperflextion
Elbow sprains and strains usually result from
hyperextension
high blood pressure
hypertension
low blood sugar
hypoglycemia
The area in the brain that regulates body temperature is called the
hypothalamus
The heat-regulating center of the brain is called the
hypothalamus
blood cells that fight infections and disease
immune system
A severe or third-degree sprain will have
increased laxity with no end point
Name three risks of having excess weight or fat
increased risk of cardiovascular disease, hypertension, shorter life expectancies
Which of the following would be a result of stimulation of the parasympathetic nervous system?
increased salivation
Wind. the effects of cold temperatures.
increases
The likelihood for a person to suffer from a heat disorder
increases with temperature and humidity
Redness, swelling, increased pain, foul-smelling drainage, red streaks, and an elevated temperature are indications of
infection
What actions does the medulla oblongata control?
involuntary actions
A pulse that speeds up and slows down while the person is sitting still is a(n) pulse.
irregular
Cleansing a wound
is important in preventing infection and must be done before a dressing is applied
reduced or obstructed blood flow
ischemia
examination of a specific body area to determine extent of damage
isolated injury assessment
movement of the ends of bones that form a joint as the joint moves through its range of motion
joint laxity
deep gasping breaths
kussmaul's breathing
Humpback or hunchback curvature of the spine is also called
kyphosis
jagged tear in the flesh
laceration
When performing a varus stress test on the elbow, the trained evaluator applies
lateral forced to the medial aspect of the joint line
sprain
ligament
fibrous tissue that connects bone to bone
ligaments
attach bones to bones, and attach muscles to bones
ligaments- bone to bone tendons- muscle to bone
The main function of the cornea is to permit to pass through to the retina visual image can be relayed to the brain
light
In hot weather, athletic clothing should be
light weight, light colored and vented
to test a player's return-to-play potential after having a leg injury, the athlete should be asked to run a figure eight pattern without
limping
medial epicondyle
little league elbow
method of turning the patient with a spinal injury
log roll
The term caudal refers to the
lower back area
distal interphalangeal joint
mallet finger
flexion of the last joint of the finger due to tendon damage
mallet finger
how the injury occurred
mechanism of injury
The muscles of the wrist and hand are controlled by what nerves?
median, radial, and ulnar
clean technique
medical asepsis
The hand is composed of
metacarpals and digits
A buttonhole deformity is caused by rupture of the tendon in the
middle finger phalanx
The organelles in a cell that releases energy and control chemical reactions within the cell are called
mitochondria
What part of the cell is responsible for chemical reactions?
mitochondria
What does the cerebellum control?
muscle coordination and tone
strain
muscles
process of bone replacing muscle tissue as a result of trauma
myositis ossificans
A trainer performs a genral assessment on a player eho had a deep shoulder contusion three weeks ago. As she palpated the shoulder, she asks the player if he feels any pain. He says no. When she presses again, he grimaces. should the trainer believe the player
no
The quarterback received a jarring tackle and was shaken up during a close game. He tells the trainer he is hot dizzy and that he must go back in the game so that the team does not risk losing. Should the trainer agree?
no
Most needle sticks occur due to
not being careful
method to clear a foreign object from the trachea
obscured airway maneuver
What forms the tip of the elbow?
olecranon process
What is the name of the nerve that stimulates scent?
olfactory nerve
ability to understand time, place, and identity of people
orientation
People who are prone to seizures are usually discouraged from scuba diving, swimming alone, or
participating in sports at great heights
disease-causing microorganism
pathogen
pupils equal and reactive to light
pearl
tapping the bone to assess the possibility of a fracture
percussion test
study of the function of the body
physiology
Breaks in the skin, saliva, reproductive secretions, and blood are examples of
portal of exit
pathogen's route of escape from the reservoir
portal of exit
examination of a patient to check for life-threatening emergencies
primary survey
Name three ways to prevent shoulder injuries.
proper following technique, protective padding, strengthening exercising
using tape to help prevent injuries
prophylactic strapping
In many cases, wounds can be prevented by having athletes wear
protective gear
instrument used to measure relative humidity
psychrometer
soft tissue injury caused by penetration by a sharp object
puncture wound
The primary arteries supplying the elbow are the
radial and ulnar arteries
discomfort that spreads from the point of injury
radiating pain
transfer or loss of heat from a source to its surrounding environment in the form of heat waves or rays
radiation
The lateral bone of the forearm is the
radius
What does ROM stand for?
range of motion
An athletic trainer should provide to an athlete.
reassurance
The most important response to an athlete who is in denial about an injury is
reassurance
The rhythm of a pulse is described as
regular or irregular
The Trainer's Angel is a device designed to
removing an athlete's face mask without removing the helmet
Describe the appropriate first aid for an athlete with heat exhaustion.
replenish the water, lie down in a cool area with elevated feet
An individual in which infectious microorganisms reside is called the
reservoir host
bringing oxygen into the body and expelling carbon dioxide
respiration
absence of breathing
respiratory arrest
The midsagittal plane divides the body into and halves
right and left
What are the rods and cones in the eye used for?
roads are use for vision in the dark cones are used for vision in the light
The muscles collectively known as the rotator cuff help keep the head of the positioned in the glenoid cavity
rotator cuff
An insect that transmits West Nile Virus to a child in New Jersey is an example of
route of transmission
method by which the pathogen gets from the reservoir to the new host
route of transmission
The glenohumeral joint is the point of articulation for the
scapula and the head of the humerus
head-to-toe examination of a patient to detect any injuries
secondary survey
The membrane of a cell is
semipermeable
The two types of nerve cells are neurons in the skin and sensory organs, and neurons, found in the brain or spinal cord.
sensory, motor afferent, efferent
The wall of bone and cartilage that separates the nasal passage into two is called the nasal
septum
List four items of information the EMS will need to know when you place an emergency call
severity of the injury, what first aid is being provided, the address and location of the injured, where you will meet the EMS
Circumferential elastic taping of the lower leg can help alleviate pain of
shin splints
The humerus attaches to the glenoid fossa of the scapula to form what joint?
shoulder
Movement of the shoulder and upper arm is made possible by
shoulder and arm muscles, thoracic muscles, and back muscles
Humerus
shoulder dislocation
List three types of muscle tissue.
skeletal, cardiac, smooth (visceral)
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of asthma?
sneezing
What does the cerebrum control?
sound, sight, smell and touch
rigid device that holds parts of the body together and limits motion
splint
Gamekeeper's thumb is a
sprain of the ulnar collateral ligament of the thumb
An athlete who is having his knee joint taped to support medial or lateral sprains should be in which position for the taping procedure?
standing
The first layer of a dressing should be
sterile, soft, nonstick, and comfortable
complete destruction of all microbial life
sterilized
posterior force applied to the clavicle to assess the joint between the breastbone and the collarbone
sternoclavicular sprain test
Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system?
store energy
pulled muscle
strain
partial dislocation
subluxation
The rotator cuff is composed of the which of the following muscles?
subscapularis, infraspinatus, teres minor, supraspinatus
Which of the following test is NOT used to assess potential for impingement?
sulcus test
downward distraction of the humerus to assess the glenohumeral joint
sulcus test
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of heat stroke?
sweating
Which type of joint is freely movable?
synovial
inflammation of the synovial membrane in a joint, characterized by pain, swelling, localized tension, and increased pain with movement
synovitis
Why should you never remove an athlete's helmet if there is potential for injury to the neck or spine?
taking the helmet off will jar the neck and once the helmet is removed the height of the shoulder pads will cause the head to hyperextend creating the potential for increased damage to the spine
What is the simplest taping procedure to protect a sprained thumb?
tape the tongue adjacent to the index finger
Prophylactic strapping is
taping that helps to prevent or decrease the severity of injuries
The. artery is located on the face in front of the ear
temporal
fibrous connective tissue connecting muscle to bone
tendon
inflammation of a tendon; a repetitive motion injury
tendonitis
lateral epicondyle
tennis elbow
speed's test is used in certain circumstances to assess the possibility of
tenosynovitis
Ability of tape to resist tearing
tensile strength
When tape is stretched
tension
A pulse that is weak and rapid is called
thready
collection of similar cells that are specialized to perform a particular function
tissue
What is the main purpose in taking an individual's vital signs?
to assess the conditions of the various body systems
What is the main function of the cornea?
to permit light to pass through thre retina
stretching or tearing of ligaments
to sprain
The muscles that move the elbow attach
to the radius or ulna and, in most cases, to the scapula or humerus
Which is NOT a stage of psychological recovery from athletic injury?
tolerance
device made specifically to cut off the side tabs to hinge the face mask back and out of the way
trainers angel
transferred
transmitted
A person with a contusion on the leg can elevate the leg during treatment to help reduce swelling and pain
true
An athlete who loses consciousness for any length of time must be cleared for play or practice by a physician
true
Athletes should wear mouth guards to help protect their teeth
true
Athletes who have had major injuries need to provide written permission from a physician to resume play
true
Athletes who perspire profusely in cold weather conditions may suffer dramatic heat loss
true
Average fluid loss during exercise is 1.5 to 2.5 liters per hour
true
Diabetes can often be treated through proper diet management
true
Effects on an athlete's mental status are often revealed through subtle to overt changes in behavior
true
Hypoglycemia that is not treated can lead to insulin shock.
true
If a contusion occurs to a joint, the joint should be immobilized.
true
Muscle weakness is a sign of a strain.
true
Steroids can lead to sexual dysfunction, organ damage, depression and other serious physical and osychological concequences
true
Tape is most easily removed by cutting it with bandage scissors or a tape cutter.
true
The annular ligament holds the radius to the ulna.
true
The body' s ability to maintain an appropriate core temperature is an example of homeostasis
true
The brain needs continuous blood flow to provide cells with oxygen and glucose
true
The bursa is a small sac in the connective tissue surrounding a joint.
true
The device by the National Weather Service to measure how hot it feels when relative humidity is combined with temperature is called the Heat Index
true
The somatic nervous system controls the skeletal muscles that allow voluntary movement
true
When taping the knee, the trainer must be careful that the tape does not apply too much pressure to the popliteal area behind the knee.
true
in severe cases of hypothermia, shivering may stop
true
A sprain of the first metatarso-phalangeal joint is called
turf toe
Injury to the. and collateral ligaments of the elbow can he ruled out by negative varus and valgus stress test
ulnar and radial
The two main bones of the jaw are the (upper) and the (lower)
upper (maxilla) lower (mandible)
To treat an athlete with a biceps brachii rupture, you would probably
use the ICE technique and immobilize the upper arm in as comfortable a position as possible and refer him to a physician
assessment to determine medial joint stability (of the elbow, for example)
valgus stress test
vessels that carry blood from the body to the heart
veins
What does the midbrain control?
visual and auditory reflexes
assessment of body functions essential to life (heartbeat, breathing, blood pressure, temperature)
vital signs
muscles of the forearm
volkmann's contracture
Which of the following is MOST important in maintaining an aseptic environment?
washing hands
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of frostbite
waxy skin
Describe the symptoms of heat exhaustion.
weakness, headache, dizziness, hyperventilating
List seven times when hands must be washed
when arriving at work, before performing each medical procedure on a patient, during a procedure if hands become contaminated, between each patient for home medical care is provided, after using the restroom, after using the restroom, before eating
the radial pulse site is located at the
wrist
A Colles' fracture involves an injury to the
wrist and hand
bony tip of the sternum or breastbone
xiphoid process