Organizational and Professional Health and Well Being

Which of the following describes an insurance "rider?" A. A supplementary clause to an insurance contract that covers the cost of conditions that extend beyond those associated with the standard policy B. The usual fee charged by a health care provider for a particular service C. A policy that pays for medical expenses only after all of the athlete's other medical insurance policies have reached their limit D. A universally accepted insurance claim form used by hospitals E. None of the above

A) A "rider" is a supplementary clause to an insurance contract that covers the cost of conditions that extend beyond those associated with the standard policy

Which of the following forms should the athletic trainer fill out to gain the quickest reimbursement from an insurance company? A. HCFA 1500 form B. CPT 1-A form C. UCR form D. An incident report form E. None of the above

A) A HCFA-1500 form is a standard insurance claim form that is accepted by most insurance carriers. It must be filled out thoroughly for quick reimbursement to be obtained

The _____ is a nongovernmental, nonprofit organization that gathers injury data from a number of sources including educational institutions. A. NSC B. NOCSAE C. ACSM D. OSHA E. ISS

A) The National Safety Council is responsible for drawing sports injuries data from numerous sources

Which of the following is not an error when planning the design of a sport medicine facility? A. Concentrating on functional rather than style B. The use of wood for the main flooring material C. Having the adaptive access on the other side of the building D. Non-ground fault interrupter receptacles placed within the hydrotherapy area E. Having only one entrance and exit

A) The athletic trainer who is designing a new sports medicine facility should always be concerned with function/economy of space instead of aesthetics

Athletic trainers are which type of decision maker? A> Primary B. Secondary C. Tertiary D. Supplemental E. Definers

B) Athletic trainers are secondary decision makers, which are professionals responsible for delivering a program within an organization

All of the following are guidelines and position statements released by the NATA except: A. Exertional heat illness B. FLuid replacement for patients C. Eye safety in sports D. Lightning safety for athletics and recreation E. Asthma in athletics

C) NATA does not have a guidelines or position statement regarding eye safety in sports

All of the following are steps an athletic trainer can take to avoid litigation except: A> Develop a comprehensive emergency plan B. Establish a detailed, written job description C. Establish a yearly plan for modality maintenance D. Keep accurate records of all prescription medication dispensed E. A and B

D) IT is illegal for an athletic trainer to prescribe and dispense presciption medications

Which of the following best describes the function of the school nurse in the sports medicine program of a high school? A> As a liaison between the athletic director and the athletic trainer B. The direct supervisor of the health services C. As the first assistant to the team physician D. As a liaison between the athletic trainer and the school health services E> All of the above

D) The school nurse's function in a high school sports medicine program is to act as a liaison between the athletic trainer and the shcool's health services program

Which one of the following would be an example on a component of evidence base practice? A. Defining a clinically relevant question B. Determine appropriate cost of supplies C. Decreasing the opportunity for third party reimbursement D. Improve patient compliance E. None of the above

A) A group of 5 components that athletic trainers should adhere to when using evidence based practice have been developed. Those 5 components include defining a critically relevant question, search for the best evidence, appraise the quality of the evidence, apply the evidence of clinical practice, and evaluate the outcome of the applied evidence

Who is the accrediting body for entry level athletic training programs? A. CAATE B. JRC-AT C. NATA D. BOC E. CAAHEP

A) CAATE is the accrediting body for athletic training programs

_____ and ______ are 2 major components of professionalism. A. Commitment, open mindedness B. Status, narcissism C. Procrastination, decisiveness D. Job titles, upward mobility E. Dedication, upward mobility

A) Commitment to the job and a state of open mindedness and professional growth are key elements of professionalism

Which of the following models of supervision for a head athletic trainer could be described as a mentoring approach? A. Developmental supervision B. Inspection supervision C. On field supervision D. Clinical supervision E. None of the above

A) Development supervision could be considered a mentoring approach in which the had athletic trainer facilitates his or her assistant's professional development while overseeing the day to day operations of the athletic training facility

Over the past 6 months, yoou notice one of the athletic trainers on you staff exhibiting some behaviors that are out of character for that individual. You recognize these behaviors as signs of burnout. Which of the following are signs of job burnout? 1. Insomnia 2. Angry behavior 3. Manic behavior 4. Self preoccupation 5. Attentiveness 6. Daily feeling of exhaustion A. 1,2,4,6 B. 1,3,4,5 C. 2,3,5,6 D. 2,3,4,6 E. All of the above

A) Difficulty sleeping, feelings of anger or guilt, self preoccupation, and constantly feeling tired are all signs of job burnout

Part of professional development is networking within your profession. This is accomplished by which of the following?' A. GOing to professional meetings B. Having a professional appearance at all times C. Arriving late to a conference D. Not keeping in contact with colleagues in your profession E> All of the above

A) Going to meeting for athletic training is not only a great way to network, it is also required as part of the continuing education that helps athletic trainers stay up to date

Which of the following is a way for an athletic trainer to protect him or herself from negligence? A> Good documentation B. Testimony in court C. Sovereign immunity D. Having good malpractice insurance E. All of the above

A) Good documentation is a way for the athletic trainer to protect him or herself from litigation

/An athletic trainer discovers that he is infected with HIV. All of the following would be prudent steps for the athletic trainer to take except: A. Avoid seeking medical care B. Inform, if or when it becomes appropriate to do so, his patients, coworkers, and supervisors of his status C. Take the necessary steps to avoid the possibility of infecting others D. Make sure he ahs ongoing medical evaluation E. B and D

A) It is crucial that nay infected individual, including an infected health care worker, not deny his or her condition and seek the proper medical care when it is appropriate

Which of the following is a form of state credential, established by statue and intended to protect the public, that regulates the practice by specifying who may practice and what duties they may perform? A> Licensure B. Exemption C. Certification D. Registration E. None of the above

A) Licensure is a form of state credentialing, established by statue and intended to protect the public, that regulates the practice by specifying who may practice and what duties he or she may perform

What is negligence? A. A situation in which an athletic trainer fails to act as a reasonably prudent athletic trainer would act under the same circumstances B. A legal wrong, other than breach of contract, for which a remedy will be provided, usually in the form of monetary damage C. An unexcused failure to perform the duties specified in a contract D. Liability generating conduct associated with the adverse outcome of a patient treatment E. None of the above

A) Negligence is defined as a situation in which an athletic trainer fails to act as a reasonably prudent athletic trainer would act under the same circumstances

____ and _____ are 2 signs of occupational burnout. A. Exhaustion, anger B. Excitement, creativeness C. Confusion, anxiety D. Paranoia, skepticism E. Anger, forgetfulness

A) Occupational "burnout" is demonstrated by physical and emotional exhaustion and a negative attitude toward work. Signs of burnout include anger, guilt, insomnia, and self-preoccupation

A certified athletic trainer refuses to treat an athlete based on the athlete's ethnicity. This is a violation of which principle of the NATA Code of ethics? A. 1. Members shall practice with compassion, respecting the rights, welfare and dignity of others B. 2. Members shall comply with the laws and regulations governing the practice of athletic training, national athletic trainers' Association (NATA) memberships standards and the NATA code of ethics C. 3. Members shall maintain and promote high standards in their provision of service D. Members shall not engage in conduct that could be construed as a conflict of interest, reflect negatively on the athletic training profession or jeopardizes a patient's health and well being E. None of the above

A) Principle 1 (1.1) states, "Members shall render quality patient care regardless of the patient's race, religion, age, sex, ethnic or national origin, disability, health status, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation or gender identity"

An athlete and his coach from your wrestling program have been trying to convince you that the athlete, who has been diagnosed with impetigo, can return early to wrestle. Your response should be based upon which NATA Code of Ethics principle? A. 1. Members shall practice with compassion, respecting the rights, welfare and dignity of others B. 2. Members shall comply with the laws and regulations governing the practice of athletic training, national athletic trainers association memberships standards and the nata code of ethics C. 3. Members shall maintain and promote high standards in their provision of service D. 4. Members shall not engage in conduct that could be constructed as a conflict of interest, profession or jeopardizes a patient's health and well being E. None of the above

A) Principle 1 (1.2) states, "members duty to the patient is the first concern and therefore members are obligated to place the welfare and long term well being of their patient above other groups and their own self interest to provide competent care in all decisions and patient at all times as delineated by professional statements and best practices

An athletic trainer shares a patient's electronic medical record (EMR) via email with a local podiatrist for his medical opinion without the patient's consent. This podiatrist has never met the patient. This violates which of the 4 principles of the NATA Code of Ethics? A. 1. Members shall practice with compassion, respecting the rights, welfare and dignity of others B. 2. Members shall comply with the laws and regulations governing the practice of athletic training, national athletic trainers' association (NATA) membership standards and the NATA code of ethics C. 3. Members shall maintain and promote high standards in their provision of service D. 4. Members shall not engage in conduct that could be construed as a conflict of interest, reflects negatively on the athletic training profession or jeopardizes a patient's heath and well being E. A and B

A) Principle 1 (1.3) states, "Members shall preserve the confidentiality of privileged information to a third party not involved in the patient's care without a release unless required by law"

The only individuals who should have access to databases containing an athlete's medical records should be the ____ and ____. A. Athletic trainer, team physician B. Athletic trainer, school nurse C. Team physician, athletic director D. Parents, school nurse E. Athletic trainer, coach

A) The athletic trainer and team physician should be the only individuals with access to databases containing a patient's medical records

an athlete steps out of a whirlpool onto a slippery, wet floor and slips and falls, fracturing his wrist. The athletic trainer may be considered _____ in this case. A. Negligent B. Immune C. A plaintiff D. A witness E> Not guilty

A) The athletic trainer may be considered negligent if he or she failed to dry the floor if it was wet or warn the patient that the floor was wet prior to him stepping out of the whirlpool

Which of the following qualities is needed in order to be an effective educator in an athletic training program? A. Competence in classroom teaching methods B. Competence in speech writing and communication skills C. A background D> COmpetence in computer language and audiovisual technology E. All of the above

A) The athletic trainer must be competent in classroom teaching methods and should incorporate multimedia and visual aids

What is the most important thing an athletic trainer should do when taking a history from an athlete after an injury has occurred or when a problem arises? A> Be an active elistener B. Make sure the athlete gest to the point C. Find out when the injury occurred D. Be sure to ask plenty of leading questions E. Ask what type of insurance policy he or she has

A) The most important thing an athletic trainer should do is listen carefully to what the patient has to say relating to the injury or problem

All athletes should be required to participate in a preparticipation physical examination prior to any athletic related activity. During this exam, an athlete should also be required to fill out pertinent paperwork. What s one of the most important forms the athlete must complete? A. Previous athletic experiences forms B. Assumption of risk form C. Statutes of limitations form D. Personal information form E. Health insurance form

B) By signing the assumption of risk form the patient is made aware of the risks of athletic participation and the activities that he or she engages in freely without being forced to do so. These activities include competition, practice, and conditioning

Which of the following is not a domain of athletic training? A> CLinical evaluation and diagnosis B. Diagnosis of athletic injury C. Immediate and emergency care D. Injury/illness prevention and wellness protection E. Organizational and professional health and well being

B) Diagnosis of athletic injuries is not a domain of athletic training

All of the following are components of outcome assessment methods from the Agreement Trust Matrix except: A. Patient chart documentation B. Internal chart audits C. Randomized clinical trials D. PAtient review E. A and D

B) Internal chart audits are a procedure during chart auditing; it is accomplished before the outcome assessment methods

All of the following are true about state certification and or licensure with respect to athletic trainers except: A. Certification is a less restrictive form of professional regulation that licensure B. Licensure does not prohibit anyone from performing the tasks of an athletic trainer under state law C. The BOC is recognized as the certifying board D. Licensure is the most restrictive form of state credentialing E. A and C

B) Licensure does prohibit anyone that is not licensed from performing the task of an athletic trainer under state law

A certified athletic trainer is observed to be intoxicated while at work at a major university. This is a violation of which principle of the NATA Code of Ethics? A. 1. Members shall practice with compassion, respecting the rights, welfare and dignity of others B. 2. Members shall comply with the laws and regulations governing the practice of athletic training, national athletic trainers' association (NATA) memberships standards and the NATA code of ethics C. 3. Members shall maintain and promote high standards in their provision of service D. Members shall not engage in conduct that could be construed as a conflict of interest, reflect negatively on the athletic training profession or jeopardizes a patient's health and well being E. None of the above

B) Principle 2 (2.6) states, "Members shall refrain from substance and alcohol abuse. For any member involved in an ethics proceeding with NATA and who, as part of the proceeding is seeking rehabilitation must be provided to the NATA Committee on Professional Ethics as a requisite to complete a NATA membership reinstatement or suspension process"

Which organization must certify facemasks that are used in ice hockey helmets? A. CSA B. HECC C. NOCSAE D. ASTM E. NCAA

B) The Hockey Equipment Certification Council sets standard to certify facemasks that are used in ice hockey helmets

Athletic trainers should carry what type of insurance? A. Catastrophic event insurance B. Professional liability insurance C. Accident insurance D. Life insurance E. Primary insurance

B) The athletic trainer should carry professional liability insurance and be familiar with the detail of the policy

Which of the following is not necessary when obtaining insurance information for a patient's medical records? A> The insured's name B. The insured' mother's maiden name C. The insurance company's phone number D. Policy numbers E. The insurance company's address

B) The insured's mother's maiden name is not necessary when obtaining insurance information for a patient's medical records

Who is responsible for compiling medical histories and conducting physical examinations for each athlete on a team? A. The athletic trainer B. The team physician C. The athletic director D. All of the above E. None of the above

B) The team physician is responsible for compiling medical histories and conducting physical examinations for each patient on a team

One of your patients is having significant pain as a result of a hallux valgus deformity. Which of the following individuals should the athletic trainer consult with in the care of this patient? A. A hand surgeon B. A physical therapist C. A podiatrist D. A dentist E> A neurologist

C) A hallux valgus deformity is also known as a bunion. A podiatrist would be the most appropriate individual for the athletic trainer to consult with in the care of this patient

TO be successful athletic trainer, an individual must possess all of the following personal qualities except. A. The ability to adapt to a changing environment B. A good sense of humor C> An interest in making money D. Empathy E. B and D

C) A successful athletic trainer must be an individual who has a love for athletics and competition. He or she must be able to adapt to a variety of environments and deal with diverse personalities of those he or she comes into contact with on a daily basis. The athletic trainer must have a sense of humor and be able to empathize with a patient who has been injured or is ill. Most importantly, the athletic trainer must be of the highest morals and integrity

Torts are legal wrongs committed against a person or his or her property. Such wrongs may be a direct result of ___ or ____. A, Negligence, commission B. Negligence, liability C. Omission, commission D. Omission, negligence E> Commission, liability

C) A tort may be a direct result of an act of omission or commission

Which of the following is a legal defense that attempts to claim that an injured plaintiff understood the risk of an activity and freely chose to undertake the activity regardless of the hazards associated with it? A. Sovereign immunity B. Comparative negligence C. Assumption of risk D. Statutes of limitations E. None of the above

C) Assumption of risk is a legal defense that attempts to claim that an injured plaintiff understood the risk of an activity and freely chose to undertake the activity regardless of the hazards associated with it

Athletic directors, owners, staff, and ____ are all part of a major inside interest group. A. PArents B> Clients C. Coaches D. Professional group E. None of the above

C) Athletic directors, owners, staff, and coaches are all part of a major inside interest group

Athletic training scope of practice parameters set by legislation fall into all of the following areas except: A. Restrictions regarding site of practice B. Modality use restrictions C. Restrictions regarding classroom teaching D. The definition of athletic training or athletic trainer E. Supervision of athletic trainers

C) Athletic training scope of practice parameters set by legislation fall into the following areas: definition of athletic training or athletic trainer, site of practice restrictions, modality use restrictions, definition of patient restrictions/physically active individual, and the supervision of atheltic trainers

The NATA Code of Ethics is defined as which of the following? A> Moral legal privileges inherent in being a member of a community B. Violation of commitment to privacy and protection of information or communications C. A set of rules by which an athletic trainer should conduct him or herself D. The basis or explanation for an action taken by an athletic trainer E. None of the above

C) Ethics are defined as the rules, standards, and principles that dictate right conduct among members of a society or profession. Ethics are based on moral values

All of the following are advantages of inspection production supervision except: A. Helps ensure goal achievements B. Sets well defined limits on job behavior C. Documents input and output of a sports medicine clinic D. Enhances common understanding of athletic roles E. A and D

C) Input and output are not easily quantified in sports medicine clinics

When explaining to a parent the difference between an athletic trainer and a physical therapist, the expertise of a physical therapist might best be described by which of the following? A. Expertise in the rehabilitation of the handicapped individual B. Those health care professionals trained in the rehabilitation of orthopedic injuries C. Those individual trained in the rehabilitation of a diverse population D. Expertise in the rehabilitation of athletic, geriatric, and neurologically impaired populations E. None of the above

C) Physical therapists are trained in the rehabilitation of a diverse patient population. The athletic trainer has expertise in the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of the athletic and physically active population

Which of the following are types of state regulation statuses for athletic trainers? 1. Certification 2. Licensing 3. Active 4. Registration 5. Inactive A. 1,2,5 B. 2,3,4 C. 1,2,4 D. 2,4,5 E. 1,2,3

C) The 3 types of state regulations that govern athletic training are certification, licensing, and registration

Although an athletic trainer has successfully passed the BOC exam, he or she must be educated on the rules and regulations of the state in which he or she intends to practice. The individuals must be knowledgeable of the state's: A> Certification guidelines B. code of ethics C. Medical practice act D. Board of directors directives E. OSHA guidelines

C) The medical practice act of each state is what governs the athletic trainer and makes him or her aware of what is permissible practice of a certified/licensed athletic trainer within that particular state

All of the following are considered members of the primary sports medicine team except: A. Coach B. Athletic trainer C. Physical therapist D. Team physician E. A and D

C) The physical therapist is not considered a member of the primary sports medicine team

Which of the following is not a classification of regulation utilized when allowing an athletic trainer the right to practice within a specific state? A. Certification B. Licensing C. Delegation D. No regulation E. REgistration

C) Delegation is not a form of state regulation

Which of the following professional possesses expertise in the analysis of human motion? A> A physsiatrist B. An exercise physiologist C. A strength and conditioning specialist D> A biomechanist E. An athletic trainer

D) A biomechanist is an expect in analyzing human movement through the use of video and computer enhanced digital analysis equipment

What is a medical condition called that is not covered by health insurance? A> A rider B. A deductible C. A premium D. An exclusion E. A liability

D) A medical condition not covered by an insurance policy is an exclusion

A sports medicine program should include which of the following in order to be successful? A. Provide the best possible health care B. Good communication among members of the sports medicine team C. Good communication between the athletic trainer and parents D. All of the above E. None of the above

D) A sports medicine program should provide the best possible health care, have good communication among members of its team, and have good communication between the athletic trainer and parents to be successful

You have been asked to initiate an athletic training program in the high school in wich you work. One of the areas you are covering is sexually transmitted disease. The following topics relating to AIDS should include all of the following except: A. Blood borne pathogens B. HIV testing C. Universal precautions D. Bacterial infections E. OSHA guidelines

D) AIDS is not a bacterial infection

Continuing education units may be obtained through all of the following methods except: A> Attending a BOC approved seminar B. Completing a NATA journal quiz C. Completing postgraduate course work D. Writing a medical column in a local newspaper or popular magazie E. Home study courses

D) Continuing education units would not be awarded by the BOC for writing a medical or health related column in a local newspaper or popular magazine

Using a best practices approach suggests that medical documentation of all physician referrals, initial evaluation, assessment, treatment, and dates of follow up care for all patients is a good idea for all of the following reasons except: A. Professional standards of practice B. Legal standards of practice C. Improved communication between the team or family physician D. Protection against a possible malpractice suit E. B and C

D) Documentation cannot protect an athletic trainer from an individual attempting to sue

All of the following are violations of the BOC standards of practice except: A. Practicing as an athletic trainer without a license in a state that has an athletic trainer regulation B> Representing oneself as a BOC certified athletic trainer using another individuals certification number C. Divulging contents of a section of the certification exam to another certified athletic trainer or to a prospective student D. Functioning as a clinical athletic trainer in a sports medicine clinic within the confines of the individuals state's practice act E. Prescribing medication

D) It is not a violation for a certified athletic trainer to function as a clinical athletic trainer in a sports medicine clinic as long as he or she practices within the confines of the individuals state's practice acts

The athletic trainer can avoid the risk of litigation by doing all of the following except: A. Keep medical records confidential B. Establish positive personal relationships with athletes C. Create a safe playing environment with documentation of such D. keep an updated resume on file with the athletic director

D) Keeping an updated resume on file with the athletic director will have no impact on avoiding litigation. However, it is important for the athletic trainer to have a written job description on file

Which of the following is the most restrictive form of regulation for the profession of athletic training? A> Exemption B. Certification C. registration D. Licensure E. Reciprocity

D) Licensure is the most restrictive form of regulation for athletic training. Licensure limits the practice of athletic training to those individuals who have successfully met the minimal requirements set by a state licensing board

All of the following are considered support personnel that work along with the athletic trainer to ensure the health and safety of the athlete except: A. Nurse B. Sports psychologist C. Social worker D. All of the above E> B and C

D) Nurses, sports psychologists, and social workers all work with the athletic trainer to ensure the health and safety of the patients

Which of the following is not among the best means by which an athletic trainer may educate the general public and other health care workers regarding the profession of athletic training? A. Organizing professional seminars and conferences B/. Providing high quality care to the physically active individual C. Publishing articles in professional journals and participating in research D. Developing television advertisments E. A and C

D) Organizing professional seminars and conferences, providing high quality care to the patient, and publishing articles in professional journals are among the best means of educating the general public and other health care workers regarding the role of the athletic trainer.

Which of the following is not one of the 4 principles of the NATa Code of Ethics? A. 1. Members shall practice with compassion, respecting the rights, welfare and dignity of others B. 2. Members shall comply with the laws and regulations governing the practice of athletic training, national athletic trainers' Association (NATA) memberships standards and the NATA code of ethics C. 3. Members shall maintain and promote high standards in their provision of service D. Members may engage in conduct that constitutes a condlict of interest if the BOC board of supervisors grants prior approval E. A and C

D) Principle 4 states, "members shall not engage in conduct that could be construed as a conflict of interest, Reflect negatively on the athletic training profession, or jeopardizes a patient's health and well being

As a head athletic trainer at a Division 1 university, you are charged with designing a drug testing procedure. It is up to you how to design and implement the procedure and select the individuals being tested. The best way to select subjects it to use which of the following methods? A> Random timing B. Announced testing c. Preseason testing D. Random selecting E. Scheduled weekly testing

D) Random selection provides for an equal probability that any subject within a given group or population will be chosen for testing

Which of the following is not an approach to ethical decision making? A. Egoism B. Utilitarianism C. Formalism D. Socialism E> A and C

D) Socialism is not an approach to ethical decision making. Egoism involves athletic trainers making decisions that result in the greatest benefit to themselves. Utilitarianism involves choosing a course of action that benefits the greatest number of people. Formalism is most likely to be followed by athletic trainers who see a clear professional duty that tey believe should be implemented universally

Which of the following organizations was established in 1950 and created a code of ethics and standards for the profession of athletic training? A> AOSSM B. ACSM C. APTA D. NATA E. NASM

D) The NATA was developed in 1950 to establish practice guidelines and a code of ethics for the athletic training profession

The athletic administrator's role includes which of the following? A. Establishes the chain of command for the sports medicine team B. Makes certain that each member has appropriate credentials C. Is responsible for having appropriate personnel for the appropriate positions D. All of the above E. None of the above

D) The athletic administrator's role should include the following; establish a positive chain of command for the sports medicine team and ensure that each member's credentials are proper and that the appropriate personnel are hired for specific positions

One of your high school baseball players is having elbow surgery at the end of the season. He is a major league prospect, and a scout has asked you to detail the surgery and outline the anticipated rehabilitation. When answering the scout's questions, the athletic trainer should do which of the following? A> Refer the scout to the athletic director B. Refer the scout to the team physician C. Refer the scout to the athlete D. None of the above E. All of the above

D) The athletic trainer is not allowed to provide anyone, aside from the parent, with any information regarding the patient. Keeping in mind that the patient is still a minor, the parents/guardians must be consulted first regarding any information that is given out about the patient's status

Which type of insurance should the athletic trainer carry in case of a criminal complaint involving negligence? A. General secondary insurance B. Catastrophic insurance C. Accident insurance D. Professional liability insurance E. Primary insurance

D) The athletic trainer should carry professional liability insurance in care of a criminal suit

Which of the following health care providers would be known as a primary care provider? A. A physical therapist B. An orthopedic technician C> A nurse D. An athletic trainer E. A physician

E) A primary care provider is an individual who is the direct provider of care. He or she is usually a physician specializing in internal medicine, pediatrics, or general practice. A physical therapist, orthopedic technician, and nurse are all secondary providers (those who render services, equipment, or testing procedures that enable the physician to care for his or her patient)

When assisting the general public in understanding the term sports medicine, the definition should include which of the following descriptors? A. Strength training B. Physician C. Rehabilitation D. Fitness E. Multidisciplinary

E) According to the definition developed by the American College of Sports Medicine, sports medicine is a generic term tha tis multidisciplinary in nature

Which word defines a person who is highly cooperative in a support plan? A> Bedfellow B. Opponent C. Plaintiff D. Adversary E. Ally

E) An ally is a person who is highly cooperative in a support plans

Which of the following is a possible employment setting for an athletic trainer? A> Industrial setting B. High school setting C. Hospital setting D. College or university E. All of the above

E) An athletic trainer may be employed in an industrial, high school, college/university, or hospital setting

The rules, standards, and principles that dictate proper conduct among members of a society or profession are known as which of the following? A> Rights of conduct B. Code of conduct C. Morality D. Professional demeanor E. Ethics

E) Ethics dictate the rules, principle of right, conduct, and standards to which members of a specific organization or society must adhere

In what year were certified athletic trainers recognized by the AMA as "allied health care professionals"? A> 1998 B. 1997 C. 1994 D. 2000 E. 1990

E) In June 1990, the AMA recognized certified athletic trainers as "allied health care professionals"

The status of limitations involving a negligence suit has a limit on how many years? A> Up to 2 years B. 4 to 5 years C. 7 to 10 years D. 10 to 15 years E. 1 to 3 years

E) In general, a plaintiff has between 1 and 3 years to file a negligence suit, This can vary from state to state

What is the state of being legally responsible for the harm one causes another person? A. Criminal intention B. Foreseeable harm C. Tort D. Negligence E. Liability

E) Liability is the state of being legally respobsible for the harm one causes another person

Which of the following should a certified athletic trainer be concerned with when treating athletes? A. Foreseeable harm B. Tort C. Malfeasance D. The good samaritan act E. Malpractice

E) Malpractice occurs when an athletic trainer has an adverse outcome from a patient treatment. An athletic trainer can be sued for malpractice when he or she is not in full compliance with protocols set forth by state law and practice acts

What does it mean when one fails to act when there is a legal duty to do so? A> Negligence B. Malpractice C. COmmission D. Misdemeanor E. Omission

E) Omission is the failure to carry out your legal duty

Sports medicine is a term that includes all of the following specializations related to the study of sport except: A. Exercise physiology B. Biomechanics C. Sports psychology D. Sports nutrition E. Recreational therapy

E) Recreational therapy is not a field that is related to sport and injury

Sports medicine encompasses all of the following fields of study related to sport except: A. Biomechanics B. Massage therapy C. Sports nutrition D. SPorts psychology E. Coaching

E) Sport medicine encompasses the fields of biomechanics, massage therapy, sports nutrition, and sports psychology

When was the NATA officially formed? A. 1948 B. 1953 C. 1955 D. 1962 E. 1950

E) The NATA was formed in 1950

An athletic trainer is working in a clinical setting. Which of the following populations is the athletic trainer best suited to treat? A. Neurologically impaired B. Mentally impaired C. Burned patients D. Geriatric patients E. Physically active

E) The athletic trainer working in a clinical setting is best suited to treat the physically active patient

One of your soccer players is requesting to play in the conference championship in 2 days. This athlete is 2 days post concussion. Who should make the final decision of an athlete's eligibility for participation in organized athletic activity in this situation? A. Coach B. Athlete C. PArent D. School nurse E. Physician

E) The physician has the final say regarding the patient's ability to play

you find out that a certified athletic trainer in your conference is selling a protein shake to his athletes on a regular basis for personal profit. Which of the following codes is the individual violating? A. APTA Code of Honor B. NASM Code of Ethics C. NCAA Code of Honor D. ACSM Code of medicine E. NATA Code of Ethics

E) This behavior violates the NATA code of ethics principle 4.3, which states. "members shall not place financial gain above the patient's welfare and shall not participate in any arrangement that exploits the patient"

When taking a history from an athlete during the initial evaluation after an injury, at which of the following "level of listening" should the athletic trainer be functioning? A> Passive B. Active C. Courteous D. Appreciative E. Analytical

E) When taking a history during an initial evaluation, the athletic trainer should be functioning at the "analytical" level of listening for very specific kind of information

What is a deductible? A. An out of pocket expenses before the insurance policy begins paying B. The amount of coverage provided by an insurance company C. The monthly premium for insurance coverage D. The amount of money you will pay for each medical visit E. The maximum amount of money the insurance company will pay minus your co pay

A) A deductible is the amount of money that a patient would pay before the insurance company begins paying

What is the primary car physician who is appointed by an insurance company to oversee the medical care given to a patient and assigns any specialty and ancillary services called? A. The gatekeeper B. The participating provider C. The third party administrator D. The policy holder E. None of the above

A) A gatekeeper is appointed by an insurance company to oversee the medical care given to a patient and is usually a primary care physician

The process by which something is done in a sports medicine program is defined as an ______. A. Procedure B. Policy C. Agreement D> Chain of command E. Protocol

A) A procedure is an operational plan that provides specific guidelines and directions for an individual of the company or organization to follow

What is one of the most important steps as athletic trainer needs to take when starting a new high school athletic training program? A. Make an emergency plan B. Make sure there is enough tape and first aid kits C. Have uniforms made for the athletic training staff so they may be identified by the coaches D. Meet with the school's booster clubs to begin fundraising E. Network with local physical therapists

A) Establishing an emergency plan should be one of the first tasks that an athletic trainer should perform when developing a new high school program

When acquiring capital equipment for your athletic training facility, a decision must be made regarding leasing or purchasing the equipment. What might be a possible advantage in leasing the equipment? A. Less risk that the equipment will become obsolete B. Lower overall cost C. Outright ownership of the equipment D. Purchased equipment has little resale value E. All of the above

A) If the equipment is based on complex technology, the department may be able to replace it before it becomes obsolete

Which of the following is a prudent action that the athletic trainer should take prior to an emergency arising? A> The athletic trainer should arrange a meeting between him or herself the local rescue squad, team physician, and any other individual involved in handling an injured athlete at least once per year to establish and practice procedures that will be used in the event of an emergency B. Make sure all of the golf carts are fully charged and ready to roll C. Make sure the athletic director and school nurse are on campus D. Know all of the emergency routes of the campus and have directions to the nearest hospital E. B and D

A) It is critical that the athletic trainer meet at least once a year with the local rescue squad and any individuals who may be involved in the event of an emergency to establish and practice procedures that will be utilized

The athletic trainer may use any of the following to treat an injured or ill patient except: A. Prescription drug B. Hydrotherapy C. Cryotherapy D. Electrotherapy E. Massage

A) It is illegal for an athletic trainer to dispense a prescription drug to a patient. Only those individuals who are legally licensed to prescribe or dispense prescription drugs may give a patient a prescribed medication

Which of the following is a method that allocates a fixed amount of money for an entire program without specifying how the money will be spent? A. Lump sum budgeting B. Request for quotation C. Lump sum bidding D. Line item budgeting E> Need based budgeting

A) Lump sum budgeting is a method that allocates a fixed amount of money for an entire program without specifying how the money will be spent

Medical records are defined as which of the following? A. Cumulative documentation of a person's medical history and health care interventions B> Widely accepted principles that are intended to guide the professional activities of the health care practitioner C> The act of recording health care assessments or treatment on cassette tapes or directly into a computer for later transcription. A method of recording details of an athlete's assessment and treatment using a detailed prosebased format E. All of the above

A) Medical records provide an accurate account of ongoing treatment, history, and background information pertinent to the patient. They are valuable tools in providing health care to a patient

What organization publishes CPt codes on an annual basis? A> AMA B. NATA C. CAATE D. BOC E. None of the above

A) The AMA, the American Medical Association, set forth codes to help standardize the language used by the medical professionals when billing. This made it easier for insurance companies to reimburse correctly. Most of the Current Procedural Terminology codes that would be used by athletic trainers can be found under the physical medicine codes

What is the series of codes used by insurance agencies and providers alike to identify a patient's diagnosis for reimbursement purpose called? A. International Classification of Diseases or ICD 10 codes B. Interclinicain Codes of Diseases or ICD 5 codes C. Third party payer codes D. International procedure and diagnoses or IPD 10 codes E. None of the above

A) The ICD-10 codes are used to identify a patient's diagnosis and are employed by private insurance companies as a method of standardizing the classification of an injury

When developing preparticipation physical examination forms, it is important to make sure all patients have all of the following included in their medical folders except: A> Treatment consent form signed by their parents if the patient is 18 years years of age or older B. History of an previous conditions documented C. Documentation of medications being taken D. Assumption of risk forms E. C and D

A) The athletic trainer is not required to have a treatment consent form signed by the patient's parent or guardian if the patient is 18 years of age or older

Which of the following could present a problem for the athletic trainer when using a computer to store medical records? A. Maintaining security B. Retrieving specific information C. Loading files D. Using email E. All of the above

A) The athletic trainer should utilize a password to maintain confidentiality and security and to prevent unwanted individuals form gaining access to the database

Which of the following is the biggest budgetary obstacle that many high school athletic trainers must face? A. Lack of a room and special facilities/equipment necessary to operate an adequate athletic training program B. Lack of athletic tape with wraps, athletic training kits, and a table C. Location of the athletic training facility D. Lack of an athletic training student program, which would provide the certified athletic trainer with free help E> Lack of a budget plan

A) The biggest budgetary obstacle a high school athletic trainer faces is the lack of a room and special facilities to operate his or her program

All of the following are exceptions to the rule of confidentiality except: A. When the media desires information regarding the athlete's health status B. When there is clear and imminent danger to the athlete C. When there is clearn and imminent danger to other persons D. When legal requirements demand that confidential information be released E. C and D

A) Confidentiality between the patient and the athletic trainer cannot be broken by pressure from the media

How would you define a policy? A. A specific plan for members of an organization to follow B. A broad statement of an intended action C. An organization plan that provides program direction for 1 or 2 years D. A mission statement of an organization E. A vision statement of an organization

B) A policy is a broad statement of intended action developed by those who are empowered to govern the operation of an organization. A procedure outlines a specific strategy for members of an organization to follow when following a policy

What are cost based providers contracted by the federal government and charged with reviewing Medicare claims made by hospitals called? A> AN intermediary B. AN insurance "carrier" C. A joint review board D. AN insurance network E> Business manager

B) An insurance carrier is a charge based provider contracted by the federal government charged with reviewing Medicare claims made by physicians or other health care providers

Which of the following is covered in a rider in an athletic accident insurance policy? A> Acute traumatic injuries B. Chronic overuse injuries C. Long term permanent disabilities D. All of the above E. None of the above

B) Chronic overuse injuries can be included in a rider. This may cause the cost of the premium to go up, but the injury will be covered

Which of the following is a priority when developing a sports medicine center for the local community? A. An area for massage therapy B. A mission statement C. An open house D. AN educational seminar for coaches E> All of the above

B) Developing a mission statement is a priority when developing any place of business, such as a sports medicine center. A mission statement is a written expression of an organization's philosophy, purpose, and characteristics

Which of the following would help an athletic trainer determine space needs when planning to build a sports medicine center? A. Enlisting the help of a doctor who is in private practice B. Developing a traffic pattern chart C. Buying the equipment first and then determining space needs D. Performing site visits at various gyms to get ideas E. All of the above

B) Developing a traffic pattern chart is a vital step in determining space needs when designing a new facility

Which of the following documents would be most likely subpoenaed during a civil litigation suit against an athletic trainer? A. Equipment inventory B. Treatment log C. Budget reports D. Sporting event schedules E. Proof of athletic trainer credentials and certifications

B) Documentation such as the athletic trainer's treatment log or SOAP notes could be subpoenaed during a civil litigation suit

Which of the following standards are performance evaluation standard intended to help foster practicality in the employee appraisal process? A. Accuracy standards B. Feasibility standards C. Utility standards D. Proprietary standards E> Quality standards

B) Feasibility standards are performance evaluation standards intended to help foster practicality in the employees appraisal process

____ is a form of record keeping that allows the athletic trainer to list the athlete's injury information, the actions taken by the athletic trainer, and the response of the athlete to the athletic trainer's treatment in column form. A. SOAP notes B. Focus charting C. Charting by exception D. Computerized documentation E. WOTS UP

B) Focus charting is a method of documentation that lists information about a patient's injury, the actions taken by the athletic trainer, and the response to the athletic trainer's action in column form instead of a narrative or SOAP note format

Which of the following is not a responsibility of the athletic trainer? A. Counsel and advise the athlete about health care B. Diagnose and treat illness C. Administer first aid as necessary D. Supervise proper equipment fitting E. Organize and set up preparticipation physical exams

B) Only a licensed physician may diagnose an illness and is in charge of overseeing the treatment administered by the athletic trainer

Primary coverage is defined as which of the following? A. Self pay insurance B. A coverage that begins to pay for covered expenses after the deductible has been met C. Protection for an individual against future loss of earnings because of injury D. The invoice cost of an insurance policy E. Third party payment

B) Primary coverage is defined as a type of health, medical, or accident insurance that begins to pay for covered expenses immediately after a deductible has been paid

____, ____, and _____ must be taken into consideration when developing a risk management plan. A> Security, liability, competence B. Security, fire safety, management of emergency injuries C. Insurance procedures, policies/procedures, materials D. Licensing, certifications, administrative policy E. Employees, liability, security

B) Security, fire safety, and management of emergency injuries must be taken into consideration when developing a risk management plan

You are part of a planning committee that has been given the responsibility of designing the new athletic training facility at your school. You have been though the initial process of conducting a needs assessment and selecting an architect/contractor. You now are meeting with the architect to begin the development of the schematic drawings that will be submitted for approval. _____ and _____ are 2 major elements that must be addressed in these schematic drawings. A. Plumbing, electrical layout B. SPace needs, traffic patterns C. Field access, escape routes D. Aesthetics, large equipment positioning E. Color, furniture location

B) Space requirements and traffic flow patterns must be addressed in the schematic drawings to ensure adequate space to function, grow, and enhance the movement of people from one section of the athletic training facility to another

All of the following are ways athletic trainers can help keep insurance premiums to a minimum except: A. Insist that the athletes purchase their own personal insurance B. Adopt and communicate policies that increase the institution's financial obligations to those injuries that are covered by the school's insurance policy C. Spread the risk among all concerned parties D. Pass the cost or some fraction of the cost to the athlete E. Have the physician see athletes in the athletic training facility

B) The athletic trainer should adopt and communicate policies that limit the institutions financial obligations to those injuries that are covered by the school's insurance policy

You were just given permission to hire a new staff athletic trainer. What order should these components follow when conducting staff selection activities? 1. Retention 2. Hiring 3. Promotion 4. Performance evaluation 5. Demotion A. 3,4,5,2,1 B. 2,3,1,4,5 C. 1,2,3,4,5 D. 4,1,5,3,2 E. 1,2,4,5,3

B) The correct order in the staff selection process should be hiring, promotion, retention, performance evaluation, and demotion

How high should the electrical outlet be placed above the floor in the athletic training facility? A. 2 to 3 feet B. 4 to 5 feet C. 6 feet D. 1 to 2 feet E. none of the above

B) The electrical outlets should be approximately 4 to 5 feet above the floor of the training facility with spring-loaded covers to prevent the possibility of electrical shock

A patient with a disability should not be discriminated against, but he or she must have documentation that supports his or her condition. How can he or she justify the disability? A> He or she tells you about the condition B. HE or she has a record of such impairment with medical documentation C. HE or she has trouble performing in class or in the sport D. All of the above E. None of the above

B) The individual must provide you with some type of medical domumentation from a physician or state agency. The record should state the disability and any accommodations that may be necessary

All of the following are methods of enhancing a budget plan except: A> Keep an accurate inventory on all disposable and nondisposable supplies B. Figure out hot much of your disposable supplies have been used and estimate how much more will be needed to finish out the fiscal year C. Consult with a certified public accountant or professional financial advisor and follow his or her direction regarding the development of a budget plan D. Consult with several vendors to get an estimate of how much prices will rise in the upcoming year E. Determine how many athletes will be receiving care

C) Consulting a certified public accountant or professional financial advisor would not be appropariate in this situation

In athletic training, database software has been primarily used to perform what function? A. Write letters and produce forms B. Perform simple calculations and integrate text with graphics C. Store and retrieve information regarding athletic injury and treatment D. Merge lists and develop spreadsheets E. All of the above

C) Database software allows the athletic trainer to input, store, manipulate, and retrieve information with regard to athletic injury and treatment

Which of the following methods for funding public sector sports medicine facilities utilizes an institution's assets in cash and investments not normally used for operational purposes? A> Capital campaign B. Tax exempt bonds C. An endowment D. Commercial loans E. Unrestricted loans

C) Endowments are usually used for scholarly endeavors in the educational field. These endowments are to ensure the continuation of the program. Endowments can be used to create or support a professorship or provide scholarships or athletes

Maintaining up to date records is extremely important. How often should the athletic trainer document? A. Monthly B. Weekly C. Daily D. Every 6 months E. Every 2 weeks

C) IT is prudent for the athletic trainer to maintain some form of documentation on a daily basis

Which of the following is not one of the 3 phases of the needs assessment as it is related to budget planning? A. Exploration B. Information gathering C. Negotiation D. Decision making E. A and B

C) Negotiation is one of the 6 steps in the purchasing process and is not a phase of budget planning

As the director of a free standing sports medicine clinic, it is important to keep accurate records of the employee's personnel record. All of the following school be included in the file except: A. Performance evaluation records B> Salary and promotion records C> TIme off request sheets D. Employee contracts E. B and D

C) Only confidential information relating to a staff memeber's employment should be included in the personnel file. This would include performance evaluations, salary and promotion records, employee application information, and employee contacts

What is a type of organizational culture characterized by autonomy in decision making and problem solving? A> Organizational culture B. Collegial culture C. Personalistic culture D. Informal culture E. Independent culture

C) Personalistic culture is a type of organizational culture characterized by autonomy in decision making and problem solving, allowing an individual to make decisions with little consultation of others

According to program management theory, which of the following is defined as a decision making process in which a course of action is determined in order to bring about a future state of affairs? A> Vision statement B. Mission statement C. Planning D> PRogram evaluation E. Implementation evaluation

C) Planning is defined as a decision-making process in which a course of action is determined in order to bring about a future state of affairs

Which one of these is not a step for recruiting and hiring sports medicine personnel? A. Placing a position vacancy notice in the NATA Career Center B> Interviewing C. Creating program goals D. Hiring a head athletic trainer E. All of the above

C) Program goals are procedures carried out in the inspection production supervision

What is a type of athletic insurance that pays for covered medical expenses only after all other insurance policies have reached their limits? A. Self B. Primary coverage C. Secondary coverage D. Catastrophic E. Liability coverage

C) Secondary coverage begins when the individual's personal insurance or any other primary policy that may be in use has already paid

Which organization has identified the domains of athletic training as defined by the Role Delineation Study? A. AMA B. APTA C. BOC D. NATA Ethics Committee E. CAATE

C) The BOC identified the domains of athletic training as defined bu the Role Delineation Study

What type of analysis would be considered a useful tool in the strategic planning of an existing athletic training program? A. The HCFA analysis B. The strengths/weaknesses analysis C. The WOTS UP analysis D. THe Samson analysis E. Flow chart analysis

C) The WOTS UP analysis (weaknesses, opportunities, threats, and strengths) is a technique that looks at the strengths and weaknesses of an athletic training program

A high school athlete is pitching during a baseball game and is hit in the head with a line drive. He is seriously injured. The assistant coach is also the athlete's farther. In this situation, who is legally responsible for the athlete's immediate care? A> The head coach B. The assistant coach/parent C. The athletic trainer D. The high school at which the event is taking place E. All of the above

C) The athletic trainer is legally responsible for the patient's health care. The athletic trainer is acting in place of the team physician in making decisions for the patients' physical health unless there is a situation that is out of the boundaries of the athletic training practice act

You are beginning to lay the foundation for your new athletic training facility at North High School. In order to expedite the process and cut down on the amount of individuals you must deal with, you have decided to use one of the following construction process models. Which of the following uses only one firm to both design and construct the new building? A> Lump sum bidding model B. Construction development model C. Design/build model D. Contractor supply model E. None of the above

C) The design/build concept allows the firm to make adjustments and decisions regarding the building. They are able to work within their own firm rather than they are able to work within their own firm rather than having to deal with any other outside groups or entities

Which of the following is not characteristic of a managed car organization? A. They require provider accountability B. They promote the use of a physician as a gatekeeper C. They are based on a gee for service model D. They utilize various strategies E. They utilize specific providers

C) The fee for service model is a traditional reimbursement model by which the provider is paid on the amount of service provided to a patient, often leading to a higher total reimbursement for the provider

IF a patient who is covered by an HMO insurance policy needs to see a specialist, who must make the referral in most cases? A. Athletic trainer B. Specialist C. Primary care physician D. Patient E. None of the above

C) The primary care physician makes the decision that a referral to a specialist is needed. The primary care physician acts as the gatekeeper

What is the state law that gives an individual the length of time (in years) to file a claim? A> Foreseeable harm B. Liability negligence C. Stature of limitations D. Tort E. Statute of suitability

C) The statue of limitations set forth by each individual state gives the athletic trainer the itme frame in which one can file a claim

Which of the following is the most common order for steps in recruiting and hiring sports medicine personnel? A> Request for position, application collection, position request approval B. Application collection, position vacancy notice, offer of contract C. Request of position, telephone interviews, hiring D. Hiring, offer of contract, request for position E> Application collection, interview, request for position

C) There are 10 steps for recruiting and hiring sports medicine personnel. The following is the most common order: 1. Request for position 2. Position request approval 3. Position vacancy notice 4. Application collection 5. Telephone interviews 6. Reference checks 7. On site interview 8. Recommendation and approval for hiring 9. Offer of contract 10. Hiring

Athletic traing equipment can be either leased or bought. Which of the following is an advantage to leasing equipment? A. Higher overall cost B. No ownership C. Lower initial cost D. Higher effective interest rate than traditional financing E. None of the above

C) There is a lower initial cost with leasing equipment

Which of the following is not a type of budget? A. Fived budgeting B. Variable budgeting C. Laissez faire budgeting D. Lump sum budgeting E. Line item budgeting

C) There is no such thing as laissez-faire budgeting

What is the process is which health care practitioners are reimbursed by a policyholder's insurance? A. Primary party reimbursement B. Secondary party reimbursement C. Third party reimbursement D. Tertiary party reimbursement E. Direct reimbursement

C) Third party reimbursement is the process by which health care practitioners are reimbursed by a policy holder's insurance company

Which type of budgeting model requires justification for every budget line item without reference to previous spending patterns? A. Fixed B. Variable C. Zero based D. Performance E. Need based

C) Zero-based budgeting is a model that requires justification for every budget line item without reference to previous spending pattens

Which of the following best describes a copayment? A. An occasional payment made by a policyholder to an insurance company B. The amount owed yearly by the policyholder before the insurance company will begin to pay for services C. The amount of money that both an employee and employer share when paying for medical benefits D. A percentage of the total amount the policyholder is required to pay for medical services rendered E. The amount of money that a provider offers as a discount for services

D) A copayment is a percentage of the total amount the policyholder is required to pay for medical services rendered

An athletic trainer can release a patient's medical records to which of the following? A. Professional athletic team organizations B. Insurance companies C. The media D. No organization or individual without the consent of the patient or legal guardian E. B and C

D) A patient's medical records may not be released to any individual or organization without written permission from the patient or his or her guardian or parent

You have been given the opportunity to assist in hiring a new team physician. What type of agreement should be drawn up between the school and the physician? A> School emergency systems agreement B. A noncompete agreement C. A medical consent agreement D. A physician's letter of agreement E. Liability contract agreement

D) A physician's letter of agreement is an informal legal contract that outlines the physician's duties and responsibilities. This type of contract should specifically identify the physician's as the individual who is ultimately responsible for the patient's health care

When developing an emergency plan, all of the following should be established except: A. The athletic trainer and coaches should have the appropriate keys to important gates and locks B. There should be a phone accessible for immediate use C> The athletic trainer should be familiar with the community emergency medical system D. Making sure there is a student athletic trainer available to accompany an injured athlete to the hospital if necessary E. A and C

D) A qualified individual, such as another certified athletic trainer or coach, should accompany an injured patient to the hospital if it becomes necessary. IT would be inappropriate to give a student athletic trainer this responsibility

All of the following are components of a well written SOAP note except: A. It is legible, clear, and concise B. It contains many objective measurements C. Progress is expressed in functional terms D. It is written with the intent to mislead an insurance company E. IT describes a clear plan of treatment

D) A well-written SOAP note should be legible and concise, include many objective measurements, express progress in terms of functional achievements, and it should describe a clear plan of treatment

An ICD 10 code identifies which of the following? A. The cost of medical procedure B> Who the provider is C. The Prognosis of the injury D. A diagnosis of the injury E. A treatment procedure

D) An ICD-10 code identifies a specific diagnosis

Large purchases for an educational institution are usually done through a process known as what? A. Direct purchase B> Indirect purchase C. Soliciting D. Bid process E. None of the above

D) Bidding is a process in which competing vendors quote prices on specific pieces of equipment, and orders by the purchasing institution are usually placed with the lowest bidder

What would be included in the capital expenses of an athletic training program? A> Staff salaries B. Equipment under $500 C. Athletic training supplies D. Building and room construction E. ALl of the above

D) Capital expenses include major costs, such as building and land. Small supplies, such as tape, ultrasound gel, and others are used for treatment purposes, are direct costs, while office supplies are indirect costs. Staff salaries are not capital costs

Fixed payments made on a monthly basis to a managed care provider are known as what type of reimbursement? A> Point of service plan B. Fee for service C. Third party reimbursement D. Capitation E. Managed care option

D) Capitation is a fixed method of payment made to a provider per member over a specific period of time, regardless of the amount of services provided

A properly organized athletic training facility should have separate, designated areas for all of the following except: A. Modality area B. Hydrotherapy area C. Storage facilities D. Changing room for the athletes E. Physician treatment

D) Changing/locker rooms for the patients should not be included as a section of the athletic training facility

All of the following are reasons why good documentation skills are an absolute necessity for the athletic trainer except: A. To protect the legal rights of the patient and athletic trainer B> To improve the communication between the athletic trainer and other health care providers C> TO enhance the care given by the athletic trainer and to determine when release from the athletic trainer's immediate care is appropriate D. To improve the athletic trainer's position for financial gain through reimbursement by the insurance company E. To keep an accurate log of treatment as a means of evaluating successful outcomes

D) It would be unethical for the athletic trainer to manipulate his or her documentation for any form of personal financial gain

Maintaining accurate medical records is the responsibility of which of the following individuals in the high school setting? 1. Athletic trainer 2. Athletic director 3. Principal 4. School nurse 5. Team physician A. 1,2,3 B. 2,4,5 C. 3,4,5 D. 1,4,5 E. All of the above

D) Maintaining accurate records for a high school patient is the responsibility of the athletic trainer, school nurse, and team physician

Which of the following is a contract between a policyholder and an insurance company to reimburse a percentage of the cost of the policyholder's medical bills? A. An insurance claim B. Point of service insurance C. A promissory note D. Medical insurance E. Treatment agreement

D) Medical insurance is a contract between a policy holder and an insurance company to reimburse a percentage of the cost of the policyholder's medical bills.

What is a type of tort in which an athletic trainer falls to act as a reasonably prudent athletic trainer would act under the same circumstances? A. Breach of contract B. Omission C. Abandonment D. Negligence E> Foreseeable harm

D) Negligence is a type of tort in which an athletic trainer fails to act as a reasonably prudent athletic trainer would act under the same circumstances

All of the following are important steps in avoiding legal problems when administering care to the patient except: A. Keeping accurate records B. Staying familiar with the health history of the patient C. Following orders of the team physician D> Allowing the coach to decide when the patient should return to play after injury E. B and C

D) Only the team physician has the authority to clear an injured patient so he or she can return to play

All of the following forms are critical parts of the patient's permanent medical record and should be completed before the patient is permitted to participate in the first team practice except: A. Permission to treat form B. Preparticipation physical examination form C. Release form for patients subjected to high risk D. Coach's injury report form E. Medical history form

D) Permission to treat forms, preparticipation physical examination forms, release forms for patients with increased risks, and medical history forms should be completed and given to the athletic trainer prior to the first team practice

How many hours of evidence based practice continuing education is a certified athletic trainer required to get very 2 years? A. 25 B. 50 C. 80- D. 10 E. 20

D) The Board of Certification requires all certified athletic trainers to ear 10 hours of evidence based practices CEUS every two years

What guidelines does the athletic trainer have to follow regarding maintaining proper hygiene and sanitation in the athletic training facility? A. JCAHO B. AMA C. CARF D. OSHA E. CAATE

D) The athletic trainer should follow OSHA guidelines in maintaining proper hygiene and sanitation in the athletic training facility

Which of the following pieces of information are important for the athletic trainer to keep on record in the athletic training facility? A. Injury reports B. Injury evaluation and progress notes C. Daily treatment logs D. All of the above E. None of the above

D) The athletic trainer should keep accurate and up to date records in the athletic training facility. This information should include items such as injury reports, injury evaluations and progress notes, daily treatment logs, and medical records

Which piece of information is not part of the athletic trainer's daily documentation? A. Treatment technique B. Playing status C. Daily injury log D. Patient's insurance information E. REhabilitation progression

D) The athletic trainer's daily documentation should include any treatments administered and how they were implemented, rehabilitation progression, the patient's current playing status, and daily injury log

The equal employment operating chief works with employees who have filed what types of complaint? A. Discrimination B. Sexual harassment C. Racism D. All of the above E. None of the above

D) The equal employment operating chief deals with all employees regarding any concerns that they may have. Any issue or problems related to employment or employees should be dealt with by the equal employment operating chief

All of the following are reasons why an insurance claim might be denied except: A. Lack of patient progress B. The duration of care is considered excessive C. Improper coding D. The goals are based on functional outcomes E. Treating beyond the approved number of visits

D) The goal must be written in functional terms to ensure proper reimbursement

Which of the following best describes an athletic trainer in a nontraditional athletic training setting? A. Controller B. Organizer C. Director D. Planner E. Manager

E) AN athletic trainer in the nontraditional setting can be considered a manager. A manager functions as an organizer, director, and controller

An operational plan is a plan that defines organizational activities in the short term and should be no longer than which of the following? A> 10 years B. 15 years C. 25 years D. 7 years E. 2 years

E) An organization plan is ideally used in short periods of times. This allows the organizational plan to change as needed

You are in the position to hire an assistant athletic trainer. You have a specific person in mind, but your athletic director implies he is not comfortable with this person's gender. Which level of the law mandates the hiring and firing of employees? A. State B. Local C. City D. District E. Federal

E) Any athletic trainer who is in the position to hire a new staff member in governed by federal laws that require all applicants receive equal consideration regardless of race, gender, nationality, or religion

Which of the following describes a person or organization that supports a program but has a history of untrusting behavior (these people tend to be manipulative in their dealings)? A. Opponents B. Challengers C. Allies D. Adversaries E. Bedfellows

E) Bedfellows support a plan but are not trustworthy and may be manipulative in their dealings

The codes that were established by the AMA for health care providers to receive third party reimbursement are CPT codes. What does CPT mean? A. Current procedural treatments B. Current provider terminology C. Consensus procedural treatments D. Current provider treatments E. Current procedural terminology

E) CPT stand for Current Procedural Terminology

Which of the following is not a type of insurance policy that is offered to organizations seeking to purchase insurance for athletic teams? A> Accident insurance B. Indemnity policy C. Basic medical coverage D. Group insurance E. Capitation

E) Capitation is not a type of insurance. Capitation refers to a form of reimbursement used by managed care organizations to determine the amount of money that is going to be paid to provider for services for a member in a predetermined period of time

Which of the following is a type of organizational culture characterized by consensus, teamwork, and participatory decision making? A> Transformational B. Personalistic C. Formulistic D. Organizational E> Collegial

E) Collegial culture is a type of organizational culture characterized by consensus, teamwork, and participatory decision making

_____ supplies include such items as adhesive tape, gauze pads, and bandages. A. Permanent B. CApital C> Nonexpendable D. Nonfixed E. Expendable

E) Expendable supplies include items such as adhesive tape, gauze pads, adhesive bandages, and items that cannot be used again

Which of the following are factors that influence space requirements when designing a sports medicine facility? A. Number of clients to be served B. Types of clients to be served C. Amount and type of equipment needed D. Projected growth of the program E. All of the above

E) Factors that influence space requirements when designing a sports medicine facility include number of clients to be served, types of clients to be served, amount and kinds of equipment needed, and the projected growth of the program

Who should be involved in making the decisions about transporting an injured athlete? A> Athletic trainer B. Team physician C> Paramedics D. Emergency medical technicians E. All of the above

E) Ideally, the athletic trainer, physician, and local EMT's and or paramedics should be involved in the development and implementation of the emergency action plan including decisions regarding the transport of an injured patient

Which type of budget allocates a fixed amount of money for specific program functions and activities? A> Lump sum and budgeting B. Fixed budgeting C. Need based budgeting D. Variable budgeting E> Line item budget

E) Line item budgeting is a method in which the athletic trainer must anticipate the expenditures for specific program functions, such as team physician services, supplies, and equipment repair

Which of the following is a growing concept in the insurance industry stressing cost control through coordination of medical services? A> A primary care provider B. Health maintenance organization C. Exclusive provider organization D. Preferred provider organization E. Managed care

E) Managed care is a system that has set forth coordinated efforts to help reduce the costs of medical coverage. The goal of managed care is to provide appropriate service with cost control in mind

What is the potential to influence the behavior of a superior called? A. Superior power B> Position power C. Counter power D. Subordination power E. Personal power

E) Personal power is the potential to influence others by virtue of personal characteristics and personality attributes

All of the following are basic steps in the purchasing process except: A. Request a quotation B. Negotiation C. Purchase order D. Bid request E. Quality control

E) Quality control is a negotiable point in sports medicine purchasing that should be done prior to the purchasing process to ensure you will be receiving the appropriate items

The BOC standards of professional practice consists of 2 sections. What are the 2 sections? A. Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibility B. Practice Standards C. Code of Professional Responsibility D. A and B E. B and C

E) The BOC standards of Professional Practice consists of 2 sections: Practice standards and code of professional responsibility

Which of the following organizations establishes standards of quality for organizations that provide rehabilitative services? A. TJC B. AMA C. APTA D. OSHA E. CARF

E) The Commission on Accreditation of REhabilitation Facilities establishes standards of quality for organizations that provide rehabilitation services

Which of the following is not part of a SOAP note? A. Subjective information B. Objective information C. Assessment D. Participation level E> Plan

E) The P in SOAP means "plan of action". In this section one should incorporate long term goals, short term goals, and the plan of care

The _____ is a charge that represents the maximum amount that an insurance company will pay a provider. A. HCFA B. NCR C. ADA D. CPT E. UCR

E) The UCR (usual, customary, and reasonable) is a charge that represents the maximum amount of money that an insurance company will pay for a service

What general topics should be addressed in an athletic training program policies and procedures manual? A> Who the athletic training program will serve B. Facility use and maintenance C.Risk management plans D. Chains of command and supervision E. All of the above

E) The following topics should be addressed in an athletic training program policies and procedures manual: who the athletic training program will serve, facility use and maintenance, risk management plans, and chains of command and supervisions

There are different models of supervision that may be used by a head athletic trainer when managing an athletic training staff. Two of these models are known as ___ and _____ supervision. A. Monarchical, sovereign B. Clinical, directional C. Transitional, directional D. Inspection production, administrative E> CLinical, development

E) There are 4 types of supervisory models commonly used by athletic trainer: clinical, development, inspection, and production. Inspection and production are usually combined because they have very few differences. Clinical supervision involes direct observation of the employee's work and the subsequent development of an action plan to improve an deficiencies in his or her performance. Developmental supervision involves participative management, in which the employees discuss common problems and develop solutions with their supervisors. Inspection-production supervision was originally developed and implemented in industrial settings. It relies on the strict observance of program policies and procedures and measures success through the measurement of input and output, which is not easily accomplished in the sports medicine setting. This model is the least utilized in athletic training