Topic Test Answers

Why is it important not to apply ice packs directly to the skin? A. Applying ice directly to the skin won't reduce swelling. B. Applying ice directly to the skin does not decrease pain. C. Applying ice directly to the skin can result in nerve damage. D. Applying ice directly to the skin increases bleeding. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Which of the following statements describes one of the key decisions for personal safety while exercising? A. wearing dark and heavy clothes when exercising in hot climates B. keeping your shoes loosely tied or untied so you can easily put them on or take them off C. making sure clothing matches current fashion guidelines D. choosing clothing that is appropriate for the environment and type of exercise Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Which of the following is an example of an overuse injury?A.broken legB.torn ligamentC.hematomasD.tendonitis

Which of the following choices is NOT a common injury in sports? A. concussion and muscle strains B. hemorrhage and arthritis C. ligament sprains and tears D. bone fractures and ankle sprains Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

During a medical screening, lung capacity testing is a standard procedure.

During a medical evaluation, the doctor can __________.A.help establish guidelines for physical activityB.assess the risks of an exercise programC.help choose safe physical activitiesD.all of the above

Which of the following choices are good strategies when exercising in extreme heat or cold? A.allowing the body to adjust to temperatureB.avoiding exercising during extreme times of dayC.warming up muscles and the body before vigorous exerciseD.all of the above

Pads are used in athletic activities to __________.A.reduce impacts during collisionsB.protect joints, muscles, and bones from damageC.prevent injuries on hard surfaces like concrete and gravelD.all of the above

Acute hypothermia is caused by __________. A.rapid loss of body heatB.prolonged exposure to cold temperaturesC.excessive drug/alcohol consumptionD.cold weather

When exercising, you have little influence over your personal safety.

Which statement most accurately describes the ideal fluid balance for the body? A.less fluid intake than fluid lossB.more fluid loss than fluid intakeC.less fluid loss than fluid intakeD.equal fluid intake and fluid loss

Which of the following is NOT an important part of exercise clothing?A.beltsB.shoesC.shirtsD.socks

Why do fractures need to be treated immediately by a medical professional? A. Bones need to be set before the healing process may begin. B. Bones need to be set immediately, before they begin to heal, or they may heal crooked. C. Unless bones are set immediately, the healing process can take years to complete. D. Unless bones are set immediately the fracture will result in abnormal bone growths. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Drinks with high levels of sugars can cause dehydration in hot environments. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Frostbite __________. A.is caused when an animal bite is exposed to cold weatherB.results when tissues are damaged by extreme coldC.causes the body to lose its ability to regulate its temperatureD.only occurs in temperatures below -20°F

How does compression reduce swelling after an injury?A.It cools the injured tissue.B.It keeps the injury elevated.C.It cuts off blood flow.D.It narrows blood vessels.

Why are head and spine injuries much more serious than muscle strain or hematomas?A.Head and spine injuries can result in permanent disabilities.B.Muscle strain can result in long-term health problems.C.Spine injuries are generally quick to recover from.D.They require moving the athlete off the playing field immediately. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Millions of children are treated each year for sports-related injuries.

Which of the following is NOT a way to prevent bursitis?A.taking breaksB.protecting the body partC.warming upD.drinking water

What is the first step of the STOP procedure for assessing acute sports injuries?A.Start treatment for the injury.B.Stop the player from further aggravating the injury.C.Speak with the player about what type of injury it is.D.Support the player during the recovery period.