Sports Injuries and First Aid Quiz

Which of the following best defines a chronic injury?

• An injury that develops over time due to overuse or repetitive stress.

• An injury that happens suddenly from a specific incident.

• Damage to bones or teeth.

• A break in a bone.

What is the main difference between a sprain and a strain?

• A sprain involves ligaments, while a strain involves muscle fibres or tendons.

• A sprain is a break in a bone, while a strain is a dislocation.

• A sprain is caused by an external force, while a strain is caused by internal forces.

• A sprain is a brain injury, while a strain is a muscle injury.

Which first aid treatment is summarized by the acronym RICER?

• Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation, Referral

• Rest, Ice, Compression, Exercise, Recovery

• Rest, Immobilize, Cool, Elevate, Reassure

• Run, Ice, Compress, Elevate, Relax

A student observes swelling and bruising on a teammate after a sports accident. According to the glossary, what are these observations called?

• Signs

• Symptoms

• Fractures

• Concussions

A soccer player is hit by a ball and later feels dizzy and nauseous. Using evidence from the glossary, explain whether these are signs or symptoms, and why.

• These are symptoms because they are what the injured person feels.

• These are signs because they can be observed by others.

• These are fractures because they involve bones.

• These are chronic injuries because they develop over time.

Which of the following is NOT a step in the TOETAPS quick check for injuries?

• Talk – ask the player questions.

• Observe – look for visible signs of injury.

• Run – have the player sprint immediately.

• Touch – feel for tenderness or swelling.

What is the main purpose of rehabilitation after an injury?

• To increase injury risk

• To restore function and prevent re-injury

• To pressure athletes to return quickly

• To avoid using protective equipment

Which of the following best describes "Protective Equipment" in sports?

• Exercises to recover from injury

• Gear designed to reduce injury risk, such as mouthguards and helmets

• Guidelines for returning to play

• Factors that increase injury likelihood

A coach wants to reduce the risk of injuries for their team. Which strategy should they focus on according to the learning material?

• Ignoring warm-ups

• Using correct technique and protective gear

• Encouraging unsafe environments

• Pressuring athletes to play while injured

Why are ethical considerations important in injury management for athletes?

• They help increase the speed of recovery

• They ensure player welfare and prevent pressure to return too soon

• They focus only on physical recovery

• They are not relevant to sports injuries