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WorksheetsFitness & Injury Treatment/Prevention
Total questions: 42
Worksheet time: 26mins
Which type of injury occurs as a result of sudden trauma?
Chronic
Acute
Overuse
Repetitive
Why is physical health important?
It ensures you will never get sick
It makes you stronger than everyone else
It allows you to avoid all types of stress
It improves your overall well-being and quality of life
Which method is commonly used to treat a sprained ankle?
RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation)
Surgery
Cupping
Chiropractic care
What type of injury can be caused by overstretching of muscles?
Strain
Sprain
Dislocation
Bruising
What is the first step in treating a dislocated shoulder?
**check notes** - tricky one
Surgery
Closed reduction
Applying heat
Using crutches
Most concussions result in a loss of consciousness.
True
False
Which of the following is an example of an open wound?
Bruising
Abrasion
Stress fracture
Shin splint
What type of injury occurs when the humerus is pulled out of the shoulder socket?
Cartilage tear
Dislocation
Strain
Compound fracture
A __________ injury is when the bone is broken, but the skin remains intact.
Open
Closed
Compound
Simple
True or False: Acute injuries typically develop over a long period of time.
True
False
A puncture wound often requires medical attention to prevent infection.
True
False
Concussion symptoms can be delayed by several hours or even days.
True
False
skin
muscles
Which of the following best describes an acute injury in the context of sport participation?
Occurs suddenly due to trauma when playing sport
Shin splints
Injury that develops over time due to repeated stress
An injury that occurs only in joints
True or False: Chronic injuries are often caused by repetitive stress over time.
True
False
What is the primary goal of the RICE method in injury treatment?
To increase blood flow
To reduce swelling and pain
To strengthen muscles
To improve flexibility
True or False: A fracture is a type of soft tissue injury.
True
False
Which of the following is a common symptom of a sprain?
Swelling
Fever
Rash
Nausea
True or False: Applying ice to an injury can help reduce inflammation.
True
False
What is the primary purpose of using a splint on a fracture?
To reduce swelling
To immobilize the area
To increase circulation
To apply pressure
What is a key strategy for preventing sports injuries?
wearing the wrong shoes
ignoring pain
warming up and cooling down
skipping rest days
Which injury is characterized by pain in the heel or arch of the foot?
plantar fasciitis
stress fracture
tennis elbow
bruising
Which is an effective way to prevent shin splints?
running on hard surfaces
improper running form
overtraining
wearing shoes with appropriate support
Fill in the blank: Concussions are a type of __________ brain injury.
traumatic
acute
chronic
open
Aerobic refers to
activities uses stored energy to power the body without the use of oxygen
Lifting heavy weights
activities that use oxygen to break down energy for use in the muscles
sprinting at maximum velocity
Anaerobic refers to
activities uses stored energy to power the body without the use of oxygen
the type of physical fitness you need to perform daily activities with ease and energy
activities use oxygen to break down energy for use in the muscles
running for miles
Maximum Heart Rate = 220 - ____________
your weight
your height
your age
beats per minute
Your heart rate will be in what zone if you are working out intensely
BPM
resting
moderate
vigorous
the type of physical fitness you need to perform daily activities with ease and energy
health related fitness
skill related fitness
the kind of fitness you need to perform successfully in a particular sport
health related fitness
skill related fitness
The _________ principle is one formula for varying physical activity to improve fitness
vigorous
aerobic
anaerobic
FITT
The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) publishes the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans to guide people to getting enough physical activity. These guidelines recommend that teens in your age group:
Which of the following is INCORRECT
Get at least 1 hour of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity every day
Spend the majority of that time doing moderate-to-vigorous intensity aerobic activities
Prioritize muscle strengthening over cardiovascular health
Include muscle-strengthening activities at least 3 days per week
What's a "rep"??
How many times you do an exercise in a row before resting
A group of reps for a specific exercise
What's a "set"??
How many times you do an exercise in a row before resting
A group of reps for a specific exercise
Why is warming up before physical activity (including lifting weights) important?
It helps increase muscle temperature and flexibility, reducing the risk of injury.
It builds muscle faster.
It replaces the need for a workout.
It makes you sweat more, which means you're burning more fat.
Why is cooling down after physical activity important?
It makes your muscles tired faster
It eliminates the need for stretching
It helps reduce muscle soreness and allows your heart rate to return to normal
It helps you stay hydrated
How can you modify an activity to make it easier or harder for your ability and fitness level?
Don't modify activities - do it wrong until you're stronger
By changing the intensity, duration, or resistance of the exercise
By avoiding rest days to push yourself harder.
By doing the same exact workout every time, no matter how you feel
Why is it important to know your target heart rate zone during exercise?
You shouldn't be at your target heart rate, you should exercise at your maximum heart rate.
It helps you exercise at a level that’s safe and effective for improving fitness.
It tells you exactly how much water to drink.
It guarantees you won’t get tired.
What does it mean if your heart rate stays at a resting level during physical activity?
You should stop the activity to avoid overworking your heart.
It means you are burning the most calories possible.
You’re working hard enough and should keep doing the same thing.
You need to increase the intensity to get a fitness benefit.
I’ve been playing basketball for years, and during our most recent game, something went wrong. It happened when I was jumping to make a layup. As I landed, I felt a sudden, sharp pain in my knee, followed by a feeling of instability. My knee gave out, and I collapsed to the ground in agony. To make things worse, I also heard a loud popping noise right when I landed.
At first, I thought it was just a bad twist or strain, but the pain was intense and immediate. It felt like my knee wasn’t stable, and I couldn’t put any weight on it without feeling like it might buckle again. The pain wasn’t just in one spot—it was more around the knee joint, especially on the inside, and it felt deep inside the joint itself.
I noticed that my knee quickly started to swell up. It became stiff, and it was almost impossible to bend or straighten it without feeling a lot of discomfort. Walking was difficult, and I had to use crutches to move around. The swelling didn’t go down after a few hours, and it’s been a few days now, but it still feels unstable. I’ve been icing it, but the pain and swelling are still there, and I’m worried that I might have torn something serious.
Based on the athlete’s description, which injury do you think they might have? Choose from the following options:
A fractured patella
A sprained ankle
Torn ACL
Patellar Tendonitis
Is the injury described in this reading more likely an acute injury or an overuse injury? Choose the correct answer:
Acute Injury
Overuse Injury
I’ve been training for volleyball and spending a lot of time on the gym floor practicing footwork, jumping, and sprints. The gym surface is really hard, and lately, I’ve been doing a lot of quick drills that involve sudden stops and starts. After a few days of this, I started feeling a mild ache in my shins, especially after practice. At first, it felt like regular muscle soreness, so I didn’t think much of it.
But as I continued with practice, the pain in my shins started to get worse. Now, it’s a dull, persistent ache in both of my shins that doesn’t go away after I finish practicing. It’s worse after I run drills or jump a lot, and I can feel it even when I’m walking around. Sometimes, it hurts when I’m standing still for too long. I’ve been stretching and icing my shins, but the pain hasn’t really gone away, and it’s starting to interfere with my training.
The pain is mostly along the front of my lower legs, and it’s tender to the touch. I’ve been trying to rest more, but the ache still doesn’t fully go away, and I’m worried it might get worse if I keep pushing myself too hard
Based on the athlete’s description, which injury do you think they might have? Choose from the following options:
Shin Splints
Torn ACL
Ankle Sprain
Achilles Tendonitis
Is this injury more likely an acute injury or an overuse injury? Choose the correct answer:
Acute Injury
Overuse Injury
