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WorksheetsSEHS : B3.1 Causes of Injury (Quiz 3)
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 15mins
What did the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists conclude about physical activity during pregnancy?
It is only safe in the first trimester.
It should be avoided entirely during pregnancy.
It has no evidence of causing musculoskeletal injury.
It increases the risk of musculoskeletal injury.
Which sports should be avoided during pregnancy due to high forces to the abdomen?
Soccer, basketball, and ice hockey
Swimming, cycling, and yoga
Cross-country skiing, fast walking, and aerobics
Tennis, golf, and running
Why might weight-supported activities be more comfortable during the later stages of pregnancy?
They reduce the risk of falling.
They improve balance and coordination.
They involve less joint loading due to increased body weight.
They increase muscle strength more effectively.
What changes during pregnancy may increase the risk of injury?
Increased bone density and muscle strength
Changes in ligaments and altered balance
Improved coordination and motor control
Reduced collagen production and tissue healing
What is the postpartum period?
The first trimester of pregnancy
The time immediately following childbirth
The time before conception
The time during pregnancy
What has been observed about elite athletes' performance postpartum?
It is not affected by injury rates.
It remains unchanged.
It often improves.
It is always impaired.
What is a recommended focus for strength training in the postpartum period?
High-impact exercises
Pelvic floor muscle activation
Endurance training
Heavy weightlifting
What does congenital mean?
Present at the time of birth
Acquired during adulthood
Caused by external factors
Developed during adolescence
Which congenital factor can increase the risk of sports injury?
Enhanced tissue healing capacity
Joint hypermobility
Increased bone density
Improved motor control
What psychological factor can increase the risk of injury?
Improved sleep quality
Reduced stress levels
Enhanced biomechanics
Fatigue due to lack of sleep
What is the purpose of personal protective equipment in sports?
To improve performance
To enhance flexibility
To increase endurance
To reduce the risk of injury
What protective equipment is mandatory in taekwondo?
Helmets and gloves only
Trunk protector, head protector, and forearm guards
Shin guards and mouthpiece only
Groin cup and padded pants
What did Janssen et al. (2014) find about ankle bracing and taping?
They prevent all types of injuries.
They reduce the risk of ankle sprain re-injury.
They increase the risk of knee injuries.
They are ineffective for youth athletes.
What protective equipment is recommended for snowboarding?
Ankle braces
Wrist guards
Elbow pads
Shoulder pads
What is the main risk associated with downhill mountain biking?
Minimal physical exertion
Low velocity runs
Hard and rocky trails
Flat terrain
What protective equipment is encouraged for mountain biking?
Shoulder pads
Wrist guards
Elbow pads
Neck braces
What is a common injury in ice hockey?
Ligament tears
Muscle strain
Concussion
Bone fractures
What did Kolstad et al. (2023) find about mouthguards in ice hockey?
They increase the risk of concussion.
They reduce the concussion rate.
They are ineffective for youth players.
They improve gameplay performance.
What is relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S)?
A condition that improves endurance
A method of enhancing muscle strength
A factor that increases injury risk
A strategy for reducing fatigue
What type of training is recommended postpartum for endurance?
High-impact aerobics
Low-impact activities
Heavy weightlifting
Contact sports
What is the focus of strength training postpartum?
Heavy abdominal exercises
Pelvic floor muscle activation
High-impact exercises
Quick changes in direction
What is the main challenge in researching congenital factors?
They are easily controlled.
They vary widely and are not easily controlled.
They have no impact on injury risk.
They are irrelevant to sports science.
What is the impact of psychological factors on injury risk?
They reduce fatigue.
They improve biomechanics.
They enhance recovery from training.
They increase injury risk due to fatigue.
What is the protective effect of wrist guards in snowboarding?
They enhance speed and agility.
They improve grip strength.
They reduce wrist injuries and fractures.
They increase wrist injuries.
What is the purpose of breakaway bases in baseball and softball?
To enhance batting accuracy
To reduce sliding injuries
To increase player endurance
To improve gameplay speed
What is the main risk in ice hockey despite protective equipment?
High injury rates, including concussion
Minimal physical contact
Low injury rates
Reduced gameplay speed
What did Russell et al. (2011) estimate about wrist guards?
They improve wrist flexibility.
They are ineffective for preventing wrist injuries.
They increase wrist injuries among snowboarders.
They prevent one wrist injury for every 50 snowboarders.
What is the main injury risk in downhill mountain biking?
Flat terrain
High velocity runs and rocky trails
Low-speed maneuvers
Minimal physical exertion
What is the recommended protective equipment for ice hockey?
Shoulder pads and shin guards only
Helmets and gloves only
Impact protective clothing and equipment
Wrist guards and elbow pads only
What is the relationship between elite athletes and protective gear in mountain biking?
Elites wear the same amount of protective gear as amateurs.
Elites do not use protective gear.
Elites wear more protective gear than amateurs.
Elites wear less protective gear than amateurs.
