When selecting and fitting protective gear, the AT should do which of the following to minimize liability (all of them)

buy protective gear or equipment from a reputable manufacturer

Which of the following are effects of the chronic use of chewing tobacco

leukoplakia/mouth and throat cancer

All of the following are measures for preventing infectious diseases except:

use water to clean contaminated surfaces or equipment

In the secondary school setting, an ATS should be involved in all of the following bloodborne pathogen trainings except

education on availability of herpes testing

According to the ACSM, when performing flexibility exercises, how long should a stretch be held for optimal results

10-30 sec; only as long as it feels comfortable

When monitoring a carb-loading program for an endurance athlete, what should he do the day prior to competition?

eat a high carb meal and perform little to no exercise

During a PPE, what should the team physician and AT do jointly?

review each exam for the final approval to participate

All of the following free-weight exercises require one or more spotters except

free weight exercise in which a bar curls up in front of the chest

General maintenance and cleaning tasks of the AT facility and activities areas should include all except

athletic uniforms/equipment are properly stored and inventoried regularly

Which of the following is not a preventative measure for fungal skin infections?

wear the same pair of shoes everyday

In hot, wet environments, the pt's ability to adjust to a significantly increased cardiovascular workload is limited by

inability to dissipate heat by evaporation

All of the following are effects of immobilization on muscle except

increase in muscle tension produced

Of the following pieces of equipment, which is not an NCAA mandated piece of equipment?

gymnastics--palm protectors for the uneven parallel bars

In terms of a running shoe, which of the following criteria will help prevent foot and injuries?

midsole should be somewhat soft but should not easily flatten with pressure

An athlete's diet should consist of approximately ___ protein, ___ fat, and ___ carbohydrate.

12 to 15%; 40 to 50%; 55 to 70%

# of secs from flash until sound of thunder divided by 5 describes the "flash-to-bang" method which roughly calculates

how far away lightning is occurring

How many servings of fruit should an athlete have as a minimum daily requirement

number of servings are according to the athlete's height and weight

Which question is insignificant when screening a young patient for an underlying cardiac abnormality

does the patient have numbness or tingling in their hands in cold weather

The NATA's position statement on exertional heat illness recommends which of the following?

ensure personnel are familiar with heat illness prevention, recognition &tx

Which of the following is not a neural effect of resistance training

increased muscle capillary density

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1
When selecting and fitting protective gear, the AT should do which of the following to minimize liability (all of them)
if an athlete is wearing a cast/brace, ensure it is within rules
ensure that the individual who assembles the equipment is competent
buy protective gear or equipment from a reputable manufacturer
ensure equipment is not defective
2
Stretching type that isn't recommended bc potential to cause muscle soreness & injury when done over a period of time?
concentric
static
PNF
ballistic
3
Which of the following organizations sets the standards for eye protection for racquet sports
ACSM
ASTM
NATA
NOCSAE
4
All of the following are factors in lower extremity overuse syndromes in runners except:
poor footwear
poor posture
short strides
change in surface
5
Which type of drink would not be appropriate prior to a long-distance run?
regular soda
gatorade
water
water with lemon juice added
6
Which of the following are effects of the chronic use of chewing tobacco
bad breath
mood swings
leukoplakia/mouth and throat cancer
7
All of the following are measures for preventing infectious diseases except:
frequent laundering of uniforms
use water to clean contaminated surfaces or equipment
use individual water bottles, towels, uniforms, and personal equipment
appropriate diet, recovery time between workouts, and sleep
8
According to PPE and Disqualifying Conditions, who should make the final decision regarding a pt's participation?
athletic trainer
institution and team physician
school nurse
9
In the secondary school setting, an ATS should be involved in all of the following bloodborne pathogen trainings except
education of parents and guardians regarding students' risk of infection
education on availability of herpes testing
education on access to hepatitis B virus vaccinations and testing
education/training in use of universal precautions & wound care
10
A vegetarian female swimmer's diet may lack what mineral?
folate
choline
iron
niacin
11
Football helmets may fall into 1 or 2 categories. These two types are known as _ or _
air- or fluid-filled; padded
standard; adjustable
plastic; fiberglass
gel-filled; padded
12
Which of the following should be included in a PPE?
All of the above
I, II, V
II, IV, V
I, II, III, IV
13
According to the ACSM, when performing flexibility exercises, how long should a stretch be held for optimal results
5-10 seconds; after 10 seconds, minimal/no results are achieved
10-30 sec; only as long as it feels comfortable
60-90 sec; until the athlete feels some mild discomfort
45-60 sec; no less than 60 sec
14
When monitoring a carb-loading program for an endurance athlete, what should he do the day prior to competition?
eat a low carb meal and participate in a regular amount of exercise
eat a low protein diet and participate in a regular amount of exercise
eat a high carb meal and perform little to no exercise
eat a high carb meal and participate in a regular amount of exercise
15
During a PPE, what should the team physician and AT do jointly?
perform blood tests
perform an orthopedic screening
perform Sentinel's test
review each exam for the final approval to participate
16
All of the following are ways of reducing risk of injury except:
assess areas for safety
frequent handwashing
proper equipment maintenance
documentation of treatments
17
All of the following free-weight exercises require one or more spotters except
Free weight exercise in which the bar is positioned on the back
free weight exercise in which a bar curls up in front of the chest
free weight exercise in which a bar moves over the head
free weight exercise in which the bar passes over the face
18
A sphygmomanometer is a device that measures which of the following?
blood pressure
heart rate
body fat percentage
grip strength
19
General maintenance and cleaning tasks of the AT facility and activities areas should include all except
athletic uniforms/equipment are properly stored and inventoried regularly
lighting apparatuses should be checked and changed regularly
all areas swept, vacuumed, & mopped according to designated cleaning sched.
wood flooring kept free of splinters, holes, protruding nails, screws, etc
20
How much calcium should a female athlete who shows signs of low bone mass consume a day?
750 mg
1500 mg
500 to 700 mg
1000 mg
21
Which does not contribute to maintaining a steady-state during periods of increased metabolic needs while excercising
physical condition of the involved muscles
pulmonary diffusion
a high protein pre-event meal
vascular adaptation
22
Properly fitting shoulder pads should completely cover
the trapezius
the deltoids
the scapula
the pectoralis major
23
Which of the following is not a preventative measure for fungal skin infections?
use powders to absorb moisture
avoid contact with contaminated surfaces
wear the same pair of shoes everyday
shower frequently
24
Adverse effects of anabolic steroids in females include all of the following effects except
development of a deep voice
increased libido
increased body fat
severe acne
25
In hot, wet environments, the pt's ability to adjust to a significantly increased cardiovascular workload is limited by
inability to dissipate heat by evaporation
dehydration
hypervolemia
hypoxia
26
Which piece of equipment may help prevent the possibility of acute compartment syndrome in field hockey?
mouthguards
helmets
thigh pads
shin guards
27
All of the following are effects of immobilization on muscle except
decrease in total muscle weight
decrease in muscle fiber size
increase in muscle tension produced
increase in muscle contraction time
28
Which type of exercise involves a muscle in which the length is changing while the velocity is constant?
isotonic
isokinetic
PNF
isometric
29
Of the following pieces of equipment, which is not an NCAA mandated piece of equipment?
gymnastics--palm protectors for the uneven parallel bars
wrestling--ear guards
men's lacrosse--protective gloves
baseball--double ear flap helmets for batting
30
In terms of a running shoe, which of the following criteria will help prevent foot and injuries?
the heel counter should be strong and fit well around the shoe
the heel counter should be shallow and firm (dont select this one)
the shoe should have good forefoot flexibility
midsole should be somewhat soft but should not easily flatten with pressure
31
An athlete's diet should consist of approximately ___ protein, ___ fat, and ___ carbohydrate.
5 to 10%; 30 to 45%; 60 to 80%
12 to 15%; 40 to 50%; 55 to 70%
10 to 20%; 30 to 40%; 50 to 70%
25 to 35%; 55 to 65%; 70 to 90%
32
What is the definition of power?
work x force
work x distance
speed x distance
force x distance
33
# of secs from flash until sound of thunder divided by 5 describes the "flash-to-bang" method which roughly calculates
the amount of time before play is resumed
the intensity of the thunder
how far away lightning is occurring
how far away thunder is occurring
34
How many servings of fruit should an athlete have as a minimum daily requirement
2-6 servings
number of servings are according to the athlete's height and weight
5-7 servings
number of servings are according to age
35
During a PPE, a patient is diagnosed with myopia. What is the patient's problem?
farsightedness
double vision
nearsightedness
none of these
36
Which of the following organizations certifies football helmets to make sure they can withstand repeated blows
FDA
NOCSAE
NATA
NSA
37
Which question is insignificant when screening a young patient for an underlying cardiac abnormality
does the patient have chest pain with activity
does the patient have a history of heart problems
does the patient have family history of sudden cardiac death under 50
does the patient have numbness or tingling in their hands in cold weather
38
All of the following symptoms are considered "red flags," requiring urgent referral to a physician except
hunger
persistent headaches
malaise, fatigue
insomnia
39
A flak jacket is a piece of equipment designed to protect the athlete after what type of injury
abdominal injury
rib injury
scapular injury
hip pointer
40
How is pediculosis spread between individuals?
coughing and sneezing
close sexual contact
contact with open sores
poor hand washing/hygiene
41
When testing the physical conditioning of a pt, the coach asks the patient to spring 50 yards. What does this test?
power
vital capacity
aerobic endurance
anaerobic capacity
42
The NATA's position statement on exertional heat illness recommends which of the following?
allow athletes to practice in shaded areas or use fans to circulate air
weigh high-risk athletes before and after practice to estimate water loss
ensure personnel are familiar with heat illness prevention, recognition &tx
plan rest breaks to match environmental conditions and intensity
43
Which of the following individuals is the most susceptible to heatstroke and should be educated regarding fluid intake?
swimmer
wrestler
basketball guard
defensive lineman in football
44
Which of the following stages of disease prevention focuses on early detection and appropriate referral?
tertiary stage
initial stage
primary stage
secondary stage
45
If it was determined that a 25 y.o. pt should work at 80% of his maximal heart rate, what would be his target HR?
145 BPM
156 BPM
170 BPM
140 BPM
46
To which organization should the manufacturer of a new helmet that has a crack report the defect?
USOC
CPSC
NOCSAE
NATA
47
A megadose of which of the following vitamins is potentially very dangerous?
thiamin
vitamin B6
vitamin A
Vitamin b12
48
The _ and _ should be involved with the athlete and AT in selecting and maintaining the athlete's protective equipment
coach, equipment manager
equipment manager, team physician
coach, team physician
team physician, school nurse
49
Which of the following is not a neural effect of resistance training
decreased neural inhibitions
increased discharge frequency of motoneurons
increased motor unit activation and recruitment
increased muscle capillary density
50
A patient should remove a compression wrap if any of the following occurs at the distal end except
tingling
coolness
numbness
pink hue to the skin
51
All of the following are predisposing conditions to heat illness except
small body mass
age
medications
conditioning level
52
When using an ice pack at home for pain and swelling, what should the AT recommend to prevent a cryotherapy injury?
place a damp towel between the athlete's skin and ice pack
leave the ice on the body part for 20-40 minutes at a time
add acetone to the ice at a 3:1 ratio
keep the injured limb elevated while using ice
53
Under what condition(s) is a patient likely to experience of stress fracture of a bone?
after a few high loads or many small loads are applied to the bone
after a large traumatic insult to the bone
after 1 or 2 small loads are applied to the bone
after a traumatic incident that is followed by a few small loads
54
All of the following are functions of the liver except
detoxification of urine
detoxification of blood
carbohydrate metabolism
bile production
55
What is the purpose of the Achilles tendon tape job?
to restrict the amount of dorsiflexion at the ankle
used w/ acute ankle sprains to help prevent swelling if elastic isn't avail
to prevent the medial foot from flattening
to give support and help prevent inversion ankle sprains
56
When exercising in cold temperatures, what should be done by the athlete to prevent hypothermia?
all of these
wear warm clothing
warm up exercises and remain active
keep his or her clothes dry
57
Sixty five percent of the heat produced by the body during exercise is lost through what?
radiation
conduction
evaporation
convection
58
The pre-event meal should be eaten ___ before competition to ensure proper digestion.
5-6 hours
3-4 hours
2-3 hours
1-2 hours
59
To prevent a hazardous electrical problem in the athletic facility, _ and _ should never be used
Ground fault interrupters; 3-pronged wall outlets
ground fault interrupters; fluorescent lights
hanging lights; 3-pronged wall outlets
multiple adapters; extension cords
60
How many glasses of water should an athlete consume on a daily basis?
2 to 3
5 to 7
8 or more
no more than 8
61
When is maximum protection provided by a properly fitting mouthguard?
made of a flexible, resilient material; fitted to teeth and upper jaw
certified by NOCSAE
made of a rigid, plastic material; fitted to both upper and lower jaw
certified by NCAA
62
Why is it important for an active individual to follow a varied diet that reflects the Dietary Guidelines for America
the individual will get the most nutrition out of calories
all of the above
the individual will stay within daily calorie needs
the individual will be making smart choices from every food group
63
On the average, a college athlete expends between ____ to ___ calories per day
2200 to 4400
1000 to 1800
2500 to 3000
2000 to 3000
64
What should the AT advise his/her athletes to do to minimize the negative effects of jet lag?
get at least 8 hours of sleep at night the week before the flight
get up and go to bed 2-3 hours earlier for each time zone crossed
drink an adequate amount of fluids to avoid dehydration
keep watches set to their "home" time zone
65
Which of the following is not recommended for the prevention of heat-related illnesses?
drink 20 oz of water every 15 minutes
acclimatize
wear layers of lightweight clothing
check the humidity and temperature daily
66
When is it best to have athletes practice outdoors in an urban environment?
in the middle of the afternoon
early afternoon
very late afternoon/early evening
early in the morning
67
What should an athlete be advised if he insists on getting his ankles taped even though he has no known injury?
to let the AT know if he develops any knee problems
elastic or neoprene brace is more effective than taping to prevent injury
they should rely on strengthening exercises rather than prophylactic taping
advise the athlete to contact his family physician to evaluate him
68
During prolonged, intense training and conditioning of a pt, what cardiac change may occur over a period of time?
mitral valve prolapse
development of heart murmurs
decrease in heart size
increase in heart size
69
A torus fracture is a result of what kind of force?
compression
twisting
traction
shearing
70
The dangers of possible hypothermia during exercise in very cold weather are significantly pronounced by _ and _
light clothing; low chill factor
wind; wet weather
wind; dry weather
layered clothing; dry weather
71
To prevent medial epicondylitis, all of the following actions should be avoided via technique modification except
excessive elbow valgus when throwing a javelin
excessive wrist flexion during racquetball
hyperextension of the wrist when performing a backhand shot in tennis
too much wrist flexion at follow-through during golf swing
72
What should an AT recommend to his team prior to a flight to combat jet lag effects?
adjust training, eating, and sleeping schedules to the local time
when traveling west, have a large breakfast in the morning
consume caffeine only when traveling east
reset watches to the new time zone 3 days before leaving
73
What is the maximum amount of air that can be expired after a maximum inspiration?
tidal volume
residual volume
maximum expiratory flow rate
vital capacity
74
Which vitamin may help alleviate symptoms of premenstrual syndrome such as irritability, anxiety, & depression, bloating
vitamin b12
vitamin k
vitamin a
vitamin b6
75
A q-angle of >25 degrees may predispose a patient to what postural deviation?
excessive genu valgus
coxa valgus
excessive genu varum
coxa vara
76
During a PPE with stations, which staff member can perform an exam for adenopathy, genitalia abnormalities, and hernias
certified athletic trainer
physical therapist
physician or physician assistant
athletic training student
77
What type of assessment should be utilized to document the maturity of a patient's secondary sexual characteristics?
Erickson's hierarchy
tanner's 5 stages of assessment
HOPS assessment scale
Glasgow scale
78
What does a sunscreen SPF of 5 represent?
you will be protected from the sun 105%
the sunscreen contains 5% of SPF
you can be exposed to UV light 5x longer than w/o the sunscreen
the number of applications it takes for 100% protection
79
The pre-event meal should be planned by whom?
the coach
all of these
the athlete
the athletic trainer
80
Which medication should a patient with allergic rhinitis not take until they are ready to go to bed?
antihistamines
antipyretic agents
expectorants
decongestants
81
When working on a bleeding patient, what should the AT always do?
wear gloves
wear eye protection
avoid touching the bloody areas
wash hands before treatment
82
Which of the following patient should avoid high-volume, high-intensity plyometric exercises?
patients who weigh more than 220 pounds
patients who weigh less than 75 kg
premenstrual female patients
diabetic patients
83
A female athlete should choose a sports bra that is supportive enough to prevent stretching of which structure?
Cooper's ligament
ligamentum pectoris
the skin
pectoralis major
84
All of the following are signs and symptoms of dehydration except
weight loss
high specific gravity of urine
sunken, soft eyes
seizures
85
What should an AT recommend to a patient with impetigo to prevent the spread of the infection to others?
prevent others from borrowing his clothing or using his towels
clean his clothing daily with bleach
wear gloves
practice safe sex
86
All of the following types of infection are transmitted through the air except:
tuberculosis
scarlet fever
meningitis
malaria
87
What could an AT suggest to help prevent recurrent ingrown toenails?
put a small amount of cotton under the nail
trim in a rounded shape parallel to the border of the cuticle
trim straight across weekly
wear shoes with a large toe-box
88
Which of the following drugs has been banned by the International Olympic Committee and causes diuresis?
caffeine (<12 mcg/mL)
furosemide
salbutamol
salicylates
89
A shoe with _ and _ cleats has been shown to reduce the risk of knee injuries
shorter, more
longer, more
longer, fewer
shorter, fewer
90
Keratoderma can be prevented by all of the following except
wearing two pairs of socks
using antifungal ointment
using a glove or moleskin
applying a lubricant to the skin to prevent friction
91
Where is the most heat lost from the body in cold weather?
feet
torso
head and neck
hands
92
How may a UTI be avoided in a female athlete?
practicing sanitary bowel and bladder habits
avoid wearing colored underwear
avoid food high in magnesium
drinking fluids that are acidic
93
All of the following locations are sites for the skin-fold measurement test except:
triceps
suprascapular
suprailiac
biceps
94
All of the following conditions would disqualify a patient from athletic competition except:
renal disease
the absence of one testicle
acute mononucleosis
uncontrolled hypertension
95
Which heel cup has an elevated heel that can compress down so the heel never makes contact w/ the interior of the shoe?
air-filled cushion cup
rigid plastic cup
jelly-filled cushion cup
rubberized padded cup
96
A diet that is very low in carbohydrates may result in all of the following except
fatigue
hypoglycemia
very high blood pH levels
ketosis
97
How long (generally) should a "warm-up" be to adequately prepare the body for athletic performance?
10-15 minutes
45-60 minutes
35-45 minutes
5-10 minutes
98
Which of the following can cause an indirect sports fatality
blunt chest trauma
heat stroke
contact sports
a blow to the head
99
Which of the following best describes the role of an antioxidant?
a vitamin that is known to protect the body from heart disease
a nutrient that protects the cell from effects that may cause health probs
a substance that is found in veggies and dairy and can prevent some cancers
a mineral that is known to protect the body from cancer
100
A tall athlete with an arm span>his height, pectus excavatum or carinatum, high arched palate, and myopia may have
paget's disease
marfan syndrome
gigantism
addison's disease

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