Exam 5 Questions
A protrusion of the abdominal viscera through a portion of the abdominal wall is called a(n): Ganglion Hernia Evisceration Abdominal hydrocele
Hernia
A blow to the rib cage can contuse the: Intercostal muscles Acromioclavicular joint Bladder Appendix
Intercostal muscles
Two commonly used cognitive tests are serial 7's and naming the months in reverse order. True or False
True
Which of the following is a prevalent cause of exercise induced death: Anomalous origin of the coronary artery Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy Marfan's syndrome All of the above
All of the above
A sign of a ruptured bladder is the athlete's desire but inability to urinate. True or False
True
A strangulated hernia occurs when the inguinal ring constricts the protruding sac and occludes normal blood circulation. True or False
True
An acute subdural hematoma is caused by an arterial bleed and is a common cause of death in athletes. True or False
True
CTE has been found in athletes and military personnel with a history of head injury. True or False
True
Men are more susceptible to injury of their reproductive organs than females because of the lack of protection. True or False
True
One way to prevent injury to hollow organs is to empty them prior to competition. True or False
True
All of the following are ways to manage a fractured tooth EXCEPT: Cover the fracture with gauze Place the fractured piece of tooth in a plastic bag Attempt to reattach the fracture piece Allow the athlete to continue to play and see the dentist after the competition
Attempt to reattach the fracture piece
Any athlete who receives a severe blow to the abdomen or back region should be instructed to check for: Elevated blood pressure for several days afterward Elevated temperature for signs of internal infection Blood in the urine Visual acuity and headaches
Blood in the urine
Getting the "wind knocked out" of you is characteristic of a: Heart contusion Pneumothorax Stitch In the side Blow to the solar plexus
Blow to the solar plexus
An orbital fracture of the eye: Is caused by an object striking the forehead Can result in double vision Is more common in athletes with nearsightedness Causes hemorrhage around the superior margin of the eye
Can result in double vision
Which condition is a progressive degenerative disease of the brain and also involves the accumulation of tau protein? Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Second Impact Syndrome Postconcussion syndrome
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy
A test used to determine the degree of attention span is the: Hopkins Verbal Learning Pegboard Cogstat Color word test
Color word test
Which of the following results in cardiac arrest due to blunt traumatic impact to the chest? Traumatic Asphyxia Commotio Cordis Traumatic Carditis Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Commotio Cordis
A direct blow to the anterolateral aspect of the thorax, or a sudden twist, or falling on the ball, can compress the rib cage and can result most often in a: Costochondral separation Solar plexus punch Hemothorax Rupture of the kidneys
Costochondral separation
Of the three meninges, the outermost, consisting of a dense, fibrous, inelastic sheath that encloses the brain and cord, is the: Arachnoid Cerebral cortex Dura mater Pia mater
Dura mater
Which of the following symptoms are not indicative of a serious eye injury? Black specks Excessive watering of the eye Diplopia Flashes of light
Excessive watering of the eye
A "stitch in the side" is often caused by a blow to the sympathetic celiac plexus producing a cramp-like pain over the diaphragm. True or False
False
A "stitch in the side" is often caused by a blow to the sympathetic celiac plexus producing a cramplike pain over the diaphragm. True or False
False
A blow to the athlete's eye can partially or completely separate the retina from its underlying epithelium, causing an immediate painful condition and a lack of vision in that eye. True or False
False
A rupture of the tympanic membrane requires surgical intervention for repair. True or False
False
An athlete who is diagnosed with mononucleosis may engage in guarded contact if properly protected. True or False
False
Auscultation involves using one or two fingers to strike the other hand resulting in a sound indicating the status of the organ underneath. True or False
False
If a facial laceration occurs at the brow line, the eye brow should be shaved off in order to afford better closure of the wound. True or False
False
Most common fracture of the face is the mandibular fracture. True or False
False
Raccoon eyes are a common sign for a nasal fracture. True or False
False
The appendix can be palpated in the lower left quadrant of the abdomen. True or False
False
Unequal pupil size following a head injury is always a sign of significant brain damage from the injury. True or False
False
The solid organs, which are contained in the abdominal viscera, consist of the: Appendix, kidney, heart, and stomach Lungs, heart, and small intestines Kidneys, spleen, liver, adrenal glands, and pancreas Large intestines, small intestines, and appendix
Kidneys, spleen, liver, adrenal glands, and pancreas
Which portion of the ear is formed by the temporal bone and is responsible for transportation of auditory impulses to the brain? Tympanic membrane Meatus Labyrinth Pinna
Labyrinth
Which of the following can be prevented by using a solution of 3% boric acid and alcohol? Otitis externa Otitis media Epistaxis Tinnitus
Otitis externa
A condition in which the pleural cavity becomes filled with air that has entered through an opening in the chest is called: Hemothorax Pneumothorax Thoracodorsalitis Traumatic asphyxia
Pneumothorax
When testing for balance, if an athlete is unable to keep eyes closed and is unable to maintain balance they are considered to have a: Positive Stroop sign Positive Romberg's sign Negative Stroop sign Negative Romberg's sign
Positive Romberg's sign
In managing a scrotal contusion, the first responsibility is to: Apply cold to the area Reduce testicular spasm Apply pressure to the area Call a physician
Reduce testicular spasm
Which of the following tests is NOT used to test coordination following a head injury? Finger-to-nose test Romberg test Standing heel to knee test Heel-to-toe walking test
Romberg test
Which of the following is not descriptive of the temporomandibular joint? A hinge and gliding articulation A synovial joint Prone to dislocation Saddle shaped
Saddle shaped
Management of an avulsed tooth includes all the following EXCEPT: Attempt re-implantation of the tooth in the socket Scrub the tooth with a sterile gauze pad to get the dirt off Refer immediately to Dentist Place the tooth in saline solution if unable to re-implant
Scrub the tooth with a sterile gauze pad to get the dirt off
Which of the following can occur if an athlete who has sustained a previous concussion, is returned to play prior to resolution of symptoms, and receives another head injury? Migraine headaches Post concussion syndrome Cerebral hyperemia Second-impact syndrome
Second-impact syndrome
The organ that serves as a reservoir of red blood cells and a destroyer of ineffective red cells is the: Kidney Liver Pancreas Spleen
Spleen
Bright red frothy blood being vomited may indicate injury to which of the following structures? Lungs Liver Kidney Stomach
Stomach
Which of the following can be used as a treatment for a stitch in the side? Stretch arm on the affected side overhead Rotate the trunk toward the affected side Extending the trunk Raising both arms overhead
Stretch arm on the affected side overhead
Which of the following should not be done when managing a bleeding nose? Tilt the head back to decrease bleeding Lie on the same side as the bleeding septum Place a cold compress over the nose Apply finger pressure to the affected nostrils for 5 minutes
Tilt the head back to decrease bleeding
An excess of fluid accumulation caused by a severe blow to the testicular region is characteristic of: Spermatic cord torsion Scrotal contusion Traumatic hydrocele of the tunica vaginalis Testicular paramoritis
Traumatic hydrocele of the tunica vaginalis
A hernia may be either congenital or acquired. True or False
True
A lateral force to the nose causes greater deformity than does a "straight on" blow. True or False
True
The main function(s) of the internal oblique muscles is (are): Lateral flexion only Trunk flexion, lateral flexion, and rotation Trunk extension and rotation Trunk flexion only
Trunk flexion, lateral flexion, and rotation
Which of the following fractures is the third most common and results in epistaxis and diplopia as well as numbness of the cheek? Zygomatic Maxilla Mandible Occiput
Zygomatic