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WorksheetsHOSA Review (Sports Med CE)
Total questions: 57
Worksheet time: 29mins
What is the difference between a primary and secondary survey in injury assessment?
A primary survey checks for life-threatening conditions, while a secondary survey assesses other injuries.
A primary survey is only for minor injuries, while a secondary survey is for major injuries.
A primary survey is done after the secondary survey.
A primary survey involves only checking vital signs, while a secondary survey involves no physical examination.
What does HOPS stand for in injury assessment?
History, Observation, Palpation, Special tests
Health, Observation, Palpation, Special tests
History, Observation, Palpation, Standard tests
History, Operation, Palpation, Special tests
What is the purpose of activating EMS during an on-field injury assessment?
To ensure emergency medical services respond to life-threatening conditions.
To notify the athlete's family immediately.
To provide water and snacks to the injured player.
To delay further assessment until the coach arrives.
Which of the following is NOT a life-threatening condition assessed during the ABCs?
Airway obstruction
Bleeding
Bruising
Circulation issues
What is the difference between acute and chronic injuries?
Acute injuries are sudden and severe, while chronic injuries develop over time.
Acute injuries develop over time, while chronic injuries are sudden and severe.
Both acute and chronic injuries are always mild.
Chronic injuries heal faster than acute injuries.
When should an athlete be removed from play?
When they show signs of serious injury or concussion.
When they score a goal.
When they ask for a water break.
When the coach wants to substitute another player.
What is the purpose of an Emergency Action Plan (EAP)?
To provide a structured response to emergencies during sports events.
To schedule regular sports practices.
To assign team uniforms.
To organize post-game celebrations.
Which of the following is a sign of shock?
Warm, dry skin
Rapid pulse
Slow breathing
High energy
What is the recommended care for a concussion?
Remove from play, monitor symptoms, and refer for medical evaluation.
Continue playing if symptoms are mild and monitor later.
Apply ice to the head and resume activity immediately.
Give painkillers and allow the athlete to rest on the field.
What is the difference between heat illness and cold illness?
Heat illness is caused by excessive heat, while cold illness is caused by exposure to cold temperatures.
Heat illness is caused by lack of water, while cold illness is caused by too much sun.
Heat illness and cold illness are both caused by bacteria.
Heat illness is caused by cold weather, while cold illness is caused by hot weather.
Which injuries are associated with the chest?
Pneumothorax, rib injuries
Sprained ankle, wrist fracture
Concussion, nosebleed
Dislocated shoulder, hip fracture
Which type of sprain involves the foot turning inward?
Inversion
Eversion
What is the main function of the Achilles tendon?
It connects the calf muscles to the heel bone and enables walking/running.
It connects the thigh muscles to the knee joint.
It supports the arch of the foot during standing.
It attaches the shoulder muscles to the upper arm bone.
What is plantar fasciitis?
Inflammation of the plantar fascia, causing heel pain.
A fracture of the heel bone.
A type of ankle sprain.
An infection of the toenail.
What is the purpose of ankle taping?
To provide support and prevent injury.
To increase ankle flexibility.
To reduce muscle strength.
To improve blood circulation.
Which ligament is NOT found in the knee?
ACL
MCL
LCL
PCL
Deltoid
What is Osgood-Schlatter disease?
A condition causing knee pain in growing adolescents due to inflammation of the patellar tendon.
A degenerative joint disease affecting elderly individuals.
A rare genetic disorder causing brittle bones.
An autoimmune condition leading to muscle weakness.
Which muscle group includes the quadriceps, hamstrings, and gastrocnemius/soleus?
Muscle groups of the lower extremity.
Muscle groups of the upper extremity.
Muscle groups of the abdominal region.
Muscle groups of the back.
Which joint is a ball and socket joint?
Knee
Hip
Elbow
Ankle
What is the role of the deltoid muscle?
It abducts the arm at the shoulder.
It flexes the forearm at the elbow.
It extends the leg at the knee.
It rotates the head.
What is the purpose of a preparticipation physical exam (PPE)?
To assess an athlete's readiness and safety for participation in sports.
To diagnose chronic diseases unrelated to sports.
To provide nutritional supplements to athletes.
To determine academic eligibility for sports.
Why is medical history important in PPEs?
It helps identify conditions that may put the athlete at risk.
It determines the athlete's favorite sport.
It is used to schedule practice sessions.
It helps choose team uniforms.
What is a red flag in a preparticipation physical exam?
A finding that may indicate a serious health risk, such as cardiac or concussion history.
A minor bruise on the arm.
A normal heart rate and rhythm.
A history of seasonal allergies.
What is the difference between flexibility and strength training?
Flexibility training improves range of motion, while strength training increases muscle power.
Flexibility training builds muscle size, while strength training reduces flexibility.
Flexibility training increases heart rate, while strength training decreases it.
Flexibility training focuses on endurance, while strength training focuses on balance.
What is a risk of overtraining?
Increased risk of injury and decreased performance.
Improved sleep quality and faster recovery.
Enhanced muscle growth without rest.
Decreased risk of illness and fatigue.
What are the three main macronutrients?
carbs, protein, fat
vitamins, minerals, water
fiber, sugar, salt
enzymes, hormones, cholesterol
List two signs of hydration.
Clear urine and moist skin
Dry mouth and sunken eyes
Rapid heartbeat and low blood pressure
Dark yellow urine and dizziness
What are electrolytes?
Minerals in the body that help regulate fluid balance and nerve/muscle function.
Proteins that provide energy to cells.
Vitamins that boost the immune system.
Sugars that supply energy to muscles.
What are the basic principles of eating for performance?
Balanced diet, timing of meals, nutrient density, hydration, etc.
Eating only carbohydrates before exercise
Skipping meals to lose weight quickly
Consuming high amounts of sugar for energy
What are ergogenic aids?
Substances or devices that enhance energy production, use, or recovery and improve athletic performance.
Nutrients that only provide vitamins and minerals.
Devices used solely for injury prevention in sports.
Supplements that are only used for weight loss.
Name one risk of supplements.
contamination, side effects, unregulated ingredients, etc.
increased vitamin absorption
guaranteed muscle growth
improved sleep quality
What is the difference between legal and illegal substances in sports?
Legal substances are permitted by sports authorities; illegal substances are banned due to health risks or unfair advantage.
Legal substances are always natural; illegal substances are always synthetic.
Legal substances are only used by professionals; illegal substances are used by amateurs.
Legal substances improve performance without side effects; illegal substances have no effect.
Why are supplements considered dangerous or unregulated?
Supplements may not be tested for safety or efficacy and can contain harmful or banned substances.
Supplements are always prescribed by doctors and are completely safe.
Supplements are only made from natural ingredients and cannot cause harm.
Supplements are regulated more strictly than prescription medications.
What is motivation in sports psychology?
The internal or external drive that stimulates athletes to pursue and achieve their goals.
A type of physical exercise used to improve endurance.
A method for measuring reaction time in athletes.
A nutritional supplement for muscle growth.
How can stress and anxiety affect athletic performance?
They can impair focus, reduce performance, and increase the risk of injury.
They always improve performance and guarantee success.
They have no effect on athletic performance.
They only affect performance in team sports, not individual sports.
What does mental readiness mean in sports?
Being psychologically prepared to perform at one's best in competition or training.
Having the best sports equipment available.
Focusing only on physical strength and ignoring strategy.
Wearing the team uniform correctly.
What is the role of confidence and focus in sports performance?
They help athletes perform consistently, manage pressure, and achieve their goals.
They only improve physical strength.
They guarantee victory regardless of preparation.
They are only important for team sports.
What are the types of joints?
Ball and socket, hinge, pivot, episolildal
Ball and socket, saddle, gliding, rotary
Hinge, pivot, fixed, rolling
Saddle, gliding, rotary, sliding
Name the major muscle groups?
Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Gastrocnemius/soleus, Deltoid, Rotator cuff
Biceps, Triceps, Tibialis anterior, Sartorius, Masseter
Trapezius, Sternocleidomastoid, Flexor digitorum, Abductor pollicis, Buccinator
Latissimus dorsi, Gluteus minimus, Extensor carpi, Pectineus, Palmaris longus
What are the types of movement?
Flexion, extension, abduction/adduction, rotation
Osmosis, diffusion, filtration, absorption
Photosynthesis, respiration, transpiration, germination
Conduction, convection, radiation, insulation
What are the roles of muscles?
Agonist, antagonist, stabilizer
Flexor, extensor, rotator
Contractor, relaxer, mover
Producer, inhibitor, supporter
The purpose of PPEs (Preparticipation Physical Exams) is to:
identify medical conditions that may affect safe participation in sports
improve athletic performance through training
provide nutrition advice for athletes
schedule sports events for teams
Medical history is important in a preparticipation physical exam because:
it helps identify conditions that may put the athlete at risk during activity.
it determines the athlete's skill level.
it replaces the need for a physical examination.
it is only required for professional athletes.
The difference between clearance and disqualification in a preparticipation physical exam is:
Clearance allows participation, while disqualification prohibits it.
Clearance and disqualification mean the same thing.
Disqualification allows participation, while clearance prohibits it.
Both terms refer to optional recommendations.
What are red flags in a preparticipation physical exam?
Cardiac history, concussion history
History of seasonal allergies, mild cough
Recent travel, change in diet
History of muscle cramps after exercise
Some injury prevention strategies in prehabilitation and conditioning include:
Proper warm-up and cool-down routines
Ignoring pain during exercise
Skipping flexibility training
Overtraining without rest
The difference between warm-up and cool-down is:
Warm-up prepares the body for exercise, while cool-down helps the body recover after exercise.
Warm-up and cool-down are the same and can be done interchangeably.
Cool-down prepares the body for exercise, while warm-up helps the body recover.
Warm-up and cool-down are not necessary for physical activity.
Compare flexibility, strength, and endurance training.
Flexibility training improves range of motion, strength training increases muscle power, and endurance training enhances stamina.
Flexibility training builds muscle size, strength training improves heart health, and endurance training increases speed.
Flexibility training increases speed, strength training improves balance, and endurance training builds muscle size.
Flexibility training enhances stamina, strength training improves flexibility, and endurance training increases muscle power.
The risks of overtraining include:
Increased risk of injury and fatigue
Improved muscle recovery
Decreased risk of illness
Enhanced performance without rest
What are the macronutrients?
Carbohydrates, protein, fat
Vitamins, minerals, water
Fiber, antioxidants, enzymes
Sugars, salts, acids
What are ergogenic aids?
Substances or devices that enhance energy production, use, or recovery and improve athletic performance.
Nutrients that only provide vitamins and minerals.
Devices used solely for injury prevention in sports.
Supplements that are only used for weight loss.
List one risk of supplements.
Supplements can be dangerous or unregulated, leading to health risks.
Supplements always improve health with no side effects.
Supplements are strictly regulated and always safe.
Supplements are required for everyone to stay healthy.
What is the difference between legal and illegal substances in sports?
Legal substances are permitted for use in sports, while illegal substances are banned due to health risks or unfair advantage.
Legal substances are always natural, while illegal substances are always synthetic.
Legal substances are only used by professionals, while illegal substances are used by amateurs.
Legal substances improve performance, while illegal substances do not affect performance.
Why are supplements considered dangerous or unregulated?
Supplements are often not strictly regulated, which can lead to contamination, incorrect labeling, or harmful effects.
Supplements are always approved by the FDA before being sold.
Supplements are made only from natural ingredients and are always safe.
Supplements are regulated more strictly than prescription drugs.
What is motivation in sports psychology?
Motivation is the internal drive or desire that pushes athletes to achieve their goals.
Motivation is the physical strength required to play sports.
Motivation is the equipment used by athletes during training.
Motivation is the weather conditions affecting a sports event.
How does stress and anxiety affect athletic performance?
Stress and anxiety can negatively impact focus, confidence, and overall performance in athletes.
Stress and anxiety always improve athletic performance by increasing energy.
Stress and anxiety have no effect on athletic performance.
Stress and anxiety guarantee victory in all competitions.
What is the role of confidence and focus in sports psychology?
Confidence and focus help athletes perform at their best by maintaining a positive mindset and concentrating on their tasks.
Confidence and focus distract athletes from their goals and reduce performance.
Confidence and focus are only important for coaches, not athletes.
Confidence and focus guarantee victory regardless of skill or preparation.
