Section 2.2 preparticipation Examinations

Question 1

lean body mass

Answer 1

fat-free body mass

Question 2

skinfold measurement

Answer 2

determination of the thickness of a fold of skin and underlying subcutaneous fat using calipers. measurements are used to assess body fat content. standard tables are available relating skin fold thickness ot body fat as a percentage of body weight according to age and sex

Question 3

sun protection factor (SPF)

Answer 3

the ratio of the minimal ultraviolet dose required to produce erythema with and without a sunscreen; useful sunscreens require an sun protection factor that exceeds 14

Question 4

purpose of the preparticipation examination

Answer 4

general medical health
medical and orthopaedic conditions
health risks
immunization status
level of participation
fitness lecel
injury prevention
legal necessities
establish sports medicine team-athlete relationship

Question 5

associations and organization associated with the preparticipation examination

Answer 5

american academy of family physicians
american academy of orthopaedic surgeons
american academy of pediatrics
american college of sports medicine
american medical society of sports medicine
american orthopaedic society for sports medicine
american osteopathic academy of sprots medicine
national athletic trainers association
national collegiate athletic association

Question 6

essential personnel in PPE

Answer 6

PCP

ATC

Question 7

ancillary personnel in PPE

Answer 7

orthopaedists
dentists
dermatologists

Question 8

medican record PPE documentation

Answer 8

physical
participation clearance
immunization record
medical history questionnaire
emergency contact information
authorization for emergyency medicial treatment
health insurance information
pror consultations, surgeries, treatments, and/or rehabilitation

Question 9

ancillary questionnairs for PE documentation

Answer 9

asthma
abdnormal menses
disordered eatiing
heat illness

Question 10

advantages of primary care physician examination format

Answer 10

more comprehensive from a general medical standpoint
greater understanding of medical/family history
greater privacy
more cost effective for schools/organizations

Question 11

disadvantages of primary care physician examination format

Answer 11

may not be as comprehensive from an arthopaedic standpoint
greater time commitment for PCP
higher athlete cost

Question 12

efficient site use for primary care physician examination format

Answer 12

area where athlete can complete PPE forms

private area for PCP examination

Question 13

advantages of station examination format

Answer 13

allows for assessment of large number of athletes at one time
more comprehensive from an orthopaedic standpoint
lower athlete cost
establishes sports medicine team-athlete relationship
involvement of entire sports medicine team

Question 14

disadvantages of station examination format

Answer 14

brief time allowed for each athlete
may be less comprehensive from a general medical standpoint
decreased privacy
following up on medical health issues
has to be well coordinated