Treatment for Common Sports Injuries — Unit test Answers

Regular physical activity can help prevent disease by __________.A.controlling weightB.controlling blood pressureC.improving cardiorespiratory fitnessD.all of the above

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 these concepts represents the most encompassing aspect of our lives?A.physical healthB.physical fitnessC.wellnessD.emotional health

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.

Which of the following can be described as a sedentary activity? A. sitting and watching the television B. outdoor calisthenics C. sprinting on a track D. running on a trail Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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.

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

Those with a high fitness rating are more likely to __________. A.have difficulty coping with lifeB.suffer a heart attack because of increased stress on their heartC.be an athlete or work in a fitness-related fieldD.have limited social skills

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

Physical fitness attitudes are set during childhood and cannot change.

Which of the following statements about stress management is TRUE?A.Unmanaged stress can have a negative impact on an individual's life.B.Participating in physical activity is an ineffective way to manage stress.C.Individuals who fail to manage stress levels are unlikely to suffer any negative consequences.D.all of the above

When exercising in the heat, you should __________. A.wear tight-fitting clothes to absorb your sweatB.dress in layersC.choose dark colored clothingD.vary the intensity and duration of the exercise

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

Which of the following is NOT an important positive motivating factor for those considering exercise?A.building strength, endurance, and energyB.reducing time commitments to familyC.improvement of health and performanceD.reduction of stress and tension

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

Incorrect techniques generally lead to ligament and tendon damage. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Wearing and properly using safety equipment reduces the risk of injury during physical activity.

Which of these factors is the MOST important for achieving good physical fitness?A.behaviorB.genderC.environmentD.heredity

Which of the following statements is NOT true about using protective equipment?A.There is no correct way to use protective equipment.B.Helmets are designed differently for various sports.C.Mouth guards protect teeth from impacts.D.Following the rules of an activity is equally important.

An acute sports injury that results in unconsciousness is not generally considered life threatening.