Chapter 2 - Participation Examination Flashcards
What does the format of the participation exam depend on?
- level of activity
- community
- availability of personnel
- # of people being screened-preference
T/F: The PPE is always set up in an indivudual format.
False, can also be in a group/station format
What is the ideal time to do the PPE before activity
6 weeks before to allow for time to follow up.
T/F: A full PPE is not required on an annual basis.
True, should be re-evaluated for specific things or if condition changes.
What should a PPE reevaluation focus on? (8)
-height
-weight
-BP
-Skin check
- cardiac auscultation
-visual acuity
-pulse
-medical history
T/F: Both the initial and reevaluation PPE should include a baseline neurocognitive assessment.
True! Important for concussions.
What does the Medical History section of the PPE evaluate?
known diseases, Hx of MSK injuries, autoimmune disorders, allergies, special equipment (glasses, dentures, prothetics, braces, etc.) illness, red flags
What is the main purpose of the medical history?
To establish a foundation.
What does the VItal Signs section of the PPE evaluate?
- heart rate
- BP
- breathing rate
- pulse oximetry
- skin/tenperature
- PERRLA
Average normal heart rate for an adult?
60-100 bpm
Average normal heart rate for a child?
120-140 bpm
Where should the pulse initially be taken?
Carotid artery
Which parameter should be used to take the pulse?
A) 15x4
B) 30x2
C) 60x1
B
What three things should be noted with the pulse?
rate, rhythm, character
How many consecutive BP test are needed to conclude hypertension?
3
Average normal BP for an adult?
120/80 mmHg
Average normal BP for a child?
105/70 mmHg
Are rectal tempuratures higher or lower than oral tempuratures?
Higher by 0.4-0.5 degrees C
What is the average/normal oral tempurature?
37 degrees C
Are axillary tempuratures higher or lower than oral tempuratures?
Lower by about one degree C
Are tympanic membrane tempuratures higher or lower than oral tempuratures?
higher by about 0.8 degrees C
Minimum BP for stage 1 hypertension
140 mmHg systolic
90 mmHg diastolic
Minimum BP for stage 2 hypertension
> 160 mmHg systolic
100 mmHg diastolic
What does the cardiovascular exam look for?
Shortness of breath, palpitations, dizziness, syncope, chest pain, & cardiac anomalies
What does the pulmonary exam look for?
asthma, allergies, lung function
What test should be adminsted to athletes who indicate a history of asthma?
Peak expiratory flow (PEF)
What should you do if an athletes PEF is above 80% of baseline
do not restrict activites
What should you do if an athletes PEF is between 50-79% of baseline
restrict activites and initiate additional testing or treatment
What should you do if an athletes PEF is below 50% of baseline
initiate ERP for respiratory distress
What does the musculoskeletal exam look for?
history of injuries, instablitity / chronic weakness, unhealed injuries, infected/inflammed injuries
T/F: If an athlete has cervical or lumbar instability or limited ROM it may restrict their participation
True, might not be safe to play contact sports
What does the neurological exam look for?
- PERRLA
- concussion baseline and Hx
-c/s instability - burners & stingers
- deep tendon reflexes
- upper & lower sensory + motor
What is the name and function of Cranial nerve I
Olfactory, smell
What is the name and function of Cranial nerve II
Optic, acuity