Sports Injuries Quiz

What are chronic sports injuries sometimes called?

• Instant injuries

• Overuse injuries

• Temporary injuries

• Sudden injuries

Which of the following is NOT an example of an acute sports injury?

• Sprain

• Strain

• Fracture

• Bursitis

What type of injury is a fracture classified as?

• Acute

• Chronic

• Overuse

• Psychological

Which injury is associated with overuse?

• Strain

• Fracture

• Tendinitis

• Sprain

What is the primary response of the body to remove harm and initiate the healing process?

• Infection

• Inflammation

• Fever

• Fatigue

What is the purpose of inflammation in the body?

• To cause pain

• To remove harm and initiate healing

• To increase blood pressure

• To decrease body temperature

Which characteristic of inflammation is associated with a change in skin color?

• Pain

• Redness

• Swelling

• Heat

What is the effect of inflammation on the affected area?

• Decreases temperature

• Increases swelling

• Reduces redness

• Eliminates pain

Which of the following is a chemical response to tissue damage?

• Tissue regeneration

• Chemical release

• Muscle contraction

• Nerve repair

When does clotting occur?

• Before a blood vessel injury

• Almost immediately after a blood vessel injury

• Several hours after a blood vessel injury

• Only during surgery