Injury Risk and Prevention Quiz

An injury to the ligament that presents with extensive damage, pain, swelling, and associated with loss of joint stability is classified as a:

• Second-degree strain

• Third-degree sprain

• First-degree sprain

• Third-degree strain

Which of the following terms describes the discoloration of a contusion?

• Hematoma

• Bruise

• Myositis

• Ecchymosis

Male participants in which sport suffer the most catastrophic exertional injuries?

• Football

• Basketball

• Hockey

• Soccer

Which of the following is a commonly used medical term used to describe an injury that resulted from a traumatic event or had a rapid onset?

• Critical force

• Chronic injury

Number of pitches thrown, pitching mechanics, pitch type, and physical condition of the player are all factors of increased risk injury to what joint?

• Shoulder

• Wrist

• Elbow

• Hip

A ________ is an injury defined as partial displacement of two bones in a joint.

• Subluxation

• Luxation

• Disluxation

• Fracture

True or False: Players of noncontact sports, associated with low risk of injury, are able to participate without preparticipation physical examination.

• True

• False

_______ is a term used for a group of professionals who work together to care for those who are involved with sports and physical activity.

• Sports medicine umbrella

• Sports therapists

• Exercise physiologists

• Sports team

• Athletic trainers

How often are athletic trainers required to document their continued education, and other activities that qualify, to maintain their BOC?

• Every 2 years

• Every 3 years

Which organization is responsible for the development and implementation of education programs in athletic training?

• CAATE

• SWATA

• BOC

• NATA