Prevention Test 3
In the case of a contused abdominal wall, the treatment need be only a cold pack and compression with an elastic wrap.
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Individuals with Stage I hypertension can be treated without medication as long as they make lifestyle changes.
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Injuries that occur to the abdomen most often affect the hollow organs.
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It is important to separate the preadolescent girls from the boys due to maturity differences.
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MRSA is a viral infection and therefore does not respond well to antibiotics.
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Palpation of the anatomical snuffbox is used to detect a hamate fracture.
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Pitcher's elbow, golfer's elbow, and little league elbow refer to lateral epicondylitis.
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Protective equipment allows for the young athlete to be safely protected when participating in adult-style games.
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Raccoon eyes" is a common sign for a nasal fracture.
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Resting anteriorly to the right kidney are the stomach, spleen, and pancreas.
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Sciatica is a general term that describes all lower back pain no matter what the exact cause.
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Signs and symptoms of gonorrhea usually disappear within 7 to 21 days after exposure
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Signs of biceps tenosynovitis include pain in the posterior aspect of the arm, swelling, and crepitus.
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Tanner's staging emphasizes athletes in grades 7-12 must be matched by age and not by maturity.
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The NCAA prohibits alcohol use by athletes.
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The acromioclavicular joint is a strong joint reinforced by several key ligaments.
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The empty can test is done with the arm in 90 degrees of flexion and horizontal adduction with the thumb pointing down.
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The first two vertebrae in the cervical region allow for flexion and extension of the neck.
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The mandibular fracture is the most common facial fracture.
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The most commonly fractured carpal bone is the hamate.
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The radial nerve is compressed in an individual that has carpal tunnel syndrome.
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The rotator cuff is most commonly injured with low velocity, dynamic rotatory motions.
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The rotator cuff muscle most commonly injured is the infraspinatus.
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The triceps bursa is the most frequently injured and at a greater risk for direct trauma because it is so superficial.
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To palpate the chest first check for symmetry by having the athlete hold his/her breath as you place your hands on either side of the chest wall.
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When blood accumulates under the nail it should be iced, and the athlete should be sent to a physician immediately.
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Contusions that commonly occur on the lateral aspect of the upper arm can lead to myositis ossificans; therefore, this area needs to be protected.
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Dislocations of the phalanges have a high rate of occurrence in sports and are usually caused by a blow to the tip of the finger by a ball.
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Diuretics are used by some athletes to reduce body weight quickly or to decrease a drugs concentration in the urine.
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Dysmenorrhea is caused by lack of blood flow to the pelvic organs or a possible hormonal imbalance.
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Following a throat contusion, the most immediate concern is the integrity of the airway.
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Fractures to the tooth below the gum line require referral to a dentist.
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Hyperextension forces usually cause sprains to the elbow.
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Hypertension, or high blood pressure, that is uncontrolled for a long period of time can lead to coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure and stroke.
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If children are ready for participation in organized sports or activities, then they are ready for some type of strength training.
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If training is properly performed, bones, muscles, joints, and ligaments can be strengthened to reduce the chance of injury.
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In medial epicondylitis, although passive movement of the wrist seldom elicits pain, active movement does.
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In second-impact syndrome the athlete may receive a minor blow to the head, appear stunned, and then collapse in 15 seconds.
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Injuries that occur below the third lumbar vertebra usually result in nerve root damage, but do not cause spinal cord damage.
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Males are twice as likely to have growth plate fractures as females.
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Medical care for a common cold includes treating the individual symptomatically for malaise, headache, sneezing, and nasal discharge.
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Men are more susceptible to injury of their reproductive organs than females because of the lack of protection.
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Mononucleosis is a viral infection transmitted through saliva and is characterized by an increase in fatigue and enlargement of the spleen.
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More than 46 million children between the ages of five and seventeen are participating in youth sports throughout the United States.
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Most narcotics used in medicine are derived from opium or are synthetically similar.
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Naming the months of the year in reverse order is commonly used as an on the field cognitive test.
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Non-contact sports can be just as likely to create injury through recurrent microtraumas.
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One cause of sudden death syndrome in athletes may be an anomalous origin of the coronary artery.
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One way to prevent injury to hollow organs is to empty them prior to competition.
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Physicians generally agree that a first-time dislocation may be associated with a fracture, and therefore should only be reduced by a physician.
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Pregnant women may safely compete in athletics until the seventh month of gestation unless complications arise.
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Reproduction of viruses can take place only within a living cell.
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Simple rib fractures will take 3-4 weeks to heal.
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Skull fractures require immediate medical attention.
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Spondylolysis refers to a breaking down of a vertebra and, more commonly, a defect in the articular processes of a vertebra.
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Spondylothisthesis is a complication of spondylolysis and most commonly results in a slipping of the fifth lumbar vertebrae.
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Teeth in which the enamel or dentin is chipped fail to rejuvenate and require a dentist to reattach the fractured piece
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Tenosynovitis of the long head of the biceps muscle is common among athletes who execute a throwing movement as part of their event.
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The area of the mandible that is most frequently fractured is the area near the jaw's frontal angle.
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The best way to eliminate constipation is through a proper diet including cereals, fruits, vegetables, and fats.
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The cervical and lumbar regions of the spine allow for extension and flexion.
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The continual use of the arms above the horizontal plane in an athletic endeavor has been known to lead to an impingement syndrome.
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The function of the intervertebral disk is to act as a shock absorber for the spine.
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The inguinal hernia results from enlargement of the opening through which vessels and nerves of the male reproductive system pass.
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The liver can be contused by a hard blow to the right side of the rib cage.
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The main symptom of forearm splints is a dull ache between the extensor muscles crossing the back of the forearm.
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The most common sign of a jaw fracture is the loss of normal occlusion of the teeth.
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The most direct cause of anterior glenohumeral dislocations are situations in which the arm is forced into abduction, external rotation, and extension.
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The most prevalent cause of a facial injury is a direct blow that injures soft and boney tissue.
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The onset of menarche may be delayed by strenuous training and competition.
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The radial collateral ligament attaches to the annular ligament, thus allowing the radial head to freely rotate.
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The spinal column extends from the cranium to the first or second lumbar vertebrae.
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The sternoclavicular joint is the only bone-to-bone joint that holds the shoulder complex onto the thorax.
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The use of anabolic steroids in females can cause baldness, increased facial hair, and decreased breast size.
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The use of blood re-injection in competition is unethical, but when conducted by non-medical personnel, it could prove to be dangerous.
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Tinea cruris is commonly called "jock rash."
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To care for a stitch in the side, instruct the athlete to stretch the arm on the affected side as high as possible.
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To prevent an injury to the neck in contact sports, it is important to strengthen muscles, maintain flexibility, and use proper tackling techniques.
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Transmitted forces from a fall are one of the main mechanisms by which the clavicle is fractured.
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Traumatic asphyxia demands immediate rescue breathing.
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Treatment for a kidney contusion consists of a 24 hours hospitalization for observation.
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Unequal pupil size following a head injury is always a sign of significant brain damage.
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When an athlete is unconscious, head and neck injuries are always assumed.
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When removing something from the eye, the athlete should not rub the eye. Instead, he should pull the top lid over the bottom lid causing the eye to tear, which may flush out the object.
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When treating a cervical sprain (where the physician has ruled out a fracture), it is important to put the athlete in a soft cervical collar to reduce the amount of muscle spasm.
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Women athletes who are amenorrheal may prematurely lose bone mass, a loss that may increase risks of fractures.
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A "stitch in the side" is often caused by a blow to the sympathetic celiac plexus that produces a cramp-like pain over the diaphragm.
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A Colles' fracture is a fracture of the proximal end of the radius.
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A blow to the athlete's eye can partially or completely separate the retina from its underlying attachment, causing an immediate painful condition and a lack of vision in that eye.
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A cold sore or fever blister is a form of Herpes Simplex II.
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A common mechanism of injury causing a humeral fracture is forced external rotation and abduction of the shoulder.
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A dislocated finger is of little concern due to the ability of the fingers to heal.
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A football player or wrestler with a short neck is at a risk for neck injury.
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A metered dose inhaler should be used 1 hour prior to competition to prevent the onset of an asthma attack.
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A person with sickle cell anemia has red blood cells with less oxygen carrying potential; therefore they should not be allowed to participate in endurance activities.
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A rupture of the tympanic membrane requires a surgical procedure for repair.
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A subdural hematoma occurs as a result of arterial bleeding within the skull.
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According to federal law, all coaches must be educated by the National Association for Sport and Physical Education.
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Acute conjunctivitis is due to allergens and is not highly infectious.
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All vertebrae have a body and a spinous process.
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An abnormal carrying angle indicates a ligamentous injury to the elbow.
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An athlete who is diagnosed with mononucleosis may engage in guarded contact if properly protected.
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An athlete with a fractured clavicle will usually hang the arm at the side, and have the arm internally rotated to relieve the stress on the supporting structures.
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An injury to the ulnar nerve usually results in parasthesia in the second and third digits.
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Anabolic steroids have anti-inflammatory capabilities.
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Appendicitis always calls for emergency removal of the appendix.
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Caffeine and amphetamines are common stimulants and can be used to increase performance.
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Cerebrospinal fluid is contained between the dura mater and arachnoid and acts as a cushion, helping to diminish the transmission of shocking forces.
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Cervical dislocation results from violent extension and rotation of the head.
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Constant uncontrolled movement of the breast over a period of time can stretch Poupart's ligament, which supports the breast at the chest wall.
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Diabetic athletes engaging in vigorous physical activity should not eat before exercising.
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Everyone who has epilepsy should be prohibited from participation in a contact sport.
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Flexion and extension with compression usually produce a herniation or protrusion of the nucleus pulposus.
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Following a cerebral injury, an athlete may be returned to competition even if he or she has a slight headache, as long as other neurological and vasomotor functions are normal.
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Gamekeeper's thumb involves forceful adduction of the proximal phalanx causing a sprain of the ulnar collateral ligament.
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If a facial laceration occurs at the brow line, the eyebrow should be shaved off in order to allow better closure of the wound.
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If an athlete appears to have a detached retina or hyphema, the athlete should be monitored carefully in case signs and symptoms worsen.
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If an athlete forgot to bring his/her inhaler and starts to have an asthma attack, they can use another athlete's inhaler to control his/her symptoms.
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If an athlete has sustained an uncomplicated crown fracture of a tooth, play should be suspended with an immediate referral to a dentist.
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If hyperventilation occurs, the athlete should breathe into a paper bag as fast as he or she can.
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In a rib contusion, pain is felt only on inspiration.
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In athletes suffering from exercise-induced asthma, intermittent running tends to cause more severe bronchospasms than does long continuous running.
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A blow to the end of the finger that avulses the extensor tendon from its insertions is called a mallet finger.
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A blow to the solar plexus leads to anoxia which then causes short-term panic.
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A cerebral contusion is a focal injury that commonly occurs as a result of the head striking the floor.
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A cervical spine injury should always be suspected with an unconscious athlete.
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A compression fracture of the lumbar vertebrae may occur as a result of violent hyperflexion of the trunk.
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A deviated septum occurs from a lateral or compressive blow to the nose and may result in a hematoma, which needs to be surgically drained.
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A ganglion is a herniation of the joint capsule or of the synovial sheath of a tendon, often thought of as a cystic type structure.
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A hyphema is a collection of blood within the anterior chamber of the eye.
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A lateral force to the nose causes greater deformity than does a "straight on" blow.
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A proper functioning thumb is necessary for hand dexterity; therefore, any injury to the thumb should be considered serious.
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A sickle cell crisis can be brought on by exposure to high altitudes or by elevated body temperatures.
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A sign of possible injury to the bladder is the desire but inability to urinate.
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A sprain is the most common wrist injury and in most cases it is the most poorly managed injury.
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A well-designed sports bra will allow little vertical or horizontal movement.
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Abuse of anabolic steroids may lead to liver tumors, cancer, heart disease and hypertension.
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Acute torticollis occurs when a small piece of synovial membrane is pinched between two cervical vertebrae.
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After a contusion to the back, it is important to make sure the athlete does not have any kidney related problems.
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After a shoulder dislocation is reduced, the athlete should be placed in a sling for at least 1 week.
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An acromioclavicular sprain is most often induced by a direct blow to the tip of the shoulder, pushing the acromion process downward, or a fall on an outstretched hand.
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An injury to the coccyx is usually the result of forcibly sitting down or falling and landing hard on the buttocks.
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As the spinal segments progress downward they grow increasingly larger to accommodate the upright posture of the body.
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Because the brain is suspended in fluid, a blow to the head can injure the brain at either the point of contact or on the opposite side.
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Bronchial asthma is characterized by a spasm of the bronchial smooth muscles, edema, and inflammation of the mucous lining.
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Children and young adults have a higher rate of elbow fracture than adults.
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Chlamydia, if left untreated, can result in pelvic inflammatory disease which can lead to infertility.
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Complications from an elbow dislocation include injury to the median and radial nerves and the brachial artery.
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