comp prep questions Flashcards
Most elbow dislocations result from falling on an outstretched hand (FOOSH) and result in the ulna and radius dislocating…
posteriorly
Which is the most common cause of wrist sprain
forced hyperextension
What’s the main shaft of a bone called?
the diaphysis
What is a symptom of HPV?
Warts/bumps around genitalia
Expendable Items?
tape, bandages and gauze.
Main way to dissipate heat?
evaporation
How deep to depress is best for compression?
2 inches
What kind of fracture where the bone pulls away from bone
Avulsion fracture
Repeatedly wrapping tape around a part could cause?
Constriction
Athletic training is?
the prevention, examination, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries
The primary purpose of a preseason health exam is to
help maintain the health and safety of athletes
In football a face protector should have a min of how many bars
2 bars
What is the single most important step to avoid heat illness?
hydrate
What is a blood borne pathogen
microorganisms that cause disease and are present in human blood
Which is a sign of shock
low blood pressure, cool/moist skin, rapid pulse, nausea, paleness, and rapid breathing
Which fracture is caused by axial compression, bending or torsion
Spiral fractures
What would require an extra long 6” elastic bandage?
support for a sprained abdomen, back, or thigh
What is the 1st step to establish unresponsiveness of an athlete
asking if they are okay then if you can help them
What degree class of a ligament sprain involves total tearing of the tissue
3rd degree
When transporting with a spinal or pelvic injury what tech should be used
spine board
What will help to hold the tape securely to the skin
folding the tapes edges
Which dressing is most beneficial in keeping a wound moist and providing barrier vs disease
foam dressings
What fracture is characterized by an incomplete break in a bone that hasn’t comp ossified
greenstick fracture
Which heat disorder is caused by prolonged sweating diarrhea and inadequate replacement of fluids
Heat exhaustion
How much space between the top of the face guard and lower edge of the helmet
3 inches
Which would be the most likely cause if an airway obstruction in an unconscious athlete
a relaxed tongue
What complication is a result of repeated blows to the same area
chronic traumatic encephalopathy
What bodily fluids does not transmit HIV
spitting, sneezing or coughing.
What condition is indicative of an absence of sweating
anhidrosis
When fitting shoulder pads the inside shoulder pad should cover which structure
Inside of pad should cover tip of shoulder in line with lateral aspect of shoulder
If an athlete had a feeble pulse, shallow irregular breathing and was pale what may have occurred
shock
What is the normal pulse rate and resp rate for an adult at rest
60-100 bpm
who has the ultimate responsibility for the student athlete
Athletic Trainer
In giving treatment for heatstroke what is the most important directive
move the person out of the heat right away
Which organization is responsible for helmet cert standards
NOCSAE
If a patient touches his/her toes w straight knees, you are testing for
muscle strength
What mechanics causes a transverse fracture
truamas like falls/car accidents
What does ATC stand for
Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical
What’s does HOPS stand for
History, Observation, Palpation, and Special Tests
What sport cant you play when you only have 1 kidney
football, boxing, hockey, soccer, martial arts or wrestling
What is NOS-CAE
National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment
What is normal BP
120/80
What quadrant is appendix in
right lower quadrant
What quadrant is the stomach in
left upper quadrant
What year did NATA start?
The National Athletic Trainers’ Association started 1950
How long do you check for breathing in CPR
no more then 10 seconds
