People For The Advancement Of Athletic Training-4
Ok, so I slacked over spring break! I'm sorry! I will make it up to you by posting several quizzes this week, with varying degrees of difficulty.
Today's quiz consists of questions that would be similar to those you may have seen on your licensing or certification exams.
How about a little refresher! :)
- 1.
Which organization has identified the domains of athletic training as outlined in the Role Delineation Study?
- A.
AMA-American Medical Association
- B.
APTA-American Physical Therapists' Association
- C.
NATABOC Board of Certification
- D.
NATA Ethics Committee
- E.
CAATE Comission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
Correct Answer
C. NATABOC Board of CertificationExplanation
The NATABOC Board of Certification is the organization that has identified the domains of athletic training as outlined in the Role Delineation Study.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which of the following documents are important for an athletic trainer to keep on record in the athletic training room?
- A.
Injury Evaluations, Reports and Progress Notes
- B.
Pre-Participation Physical Exams
- C.
Daily Treatment/Medication Logs
- D.
All of the Above
- E.
None of the Above
Correct Answer
D. All of the AboveExplanation
An athletic trainer needs to keep injury evaluations, reports, and progress notes on record in the athletic training room to track the progress of athletes' injuries and treatments. Pre-participation physical exams are important to assess athletes' fitness levels and identify any potential health concerns before they participate in sports activities. Daily treatment and medication logs help in documenting the treatments and medications administered to athletes, ensuring proper care and record-keeping. Therefore, all of the above documents are important for an athletic trainer to keep on record.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which of the following is the most restrictive form of regulation for the profession of athletic training?
- A.
Registration
- B.
Licensure
- C.
Exemption
- D.
Certification
- E.
Reciprocity
Correct Answer
D. CertificationExplanation
Certification is the most restrictive form of regulation for the profession of athletic training. Certification typically requires individuals to meet specific education, experience, and examination requirements set by a professional organization or governing body. It ensures that practitioners have met a certain level of competency and knowledge in their field. Unlike registration, licensure, exemption, or reciprocity, certification is often voluntary and not a legal requirement for practicing athletic training. However, it is highly regarded and can enhance professional credibility and opportunities for career advancement.Rate this question:
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- 4.
You find out an athletic trainer in your conference is selling an herbal supplement to his athletes on a regular basis for personal profit. Which of the following codes is this individual violating?
- A.
APTA Code of Honor
- B.
NATA Code of Ethics
- C.
NCAA Code of Honor
- D.
NASM Code of Ethics
- E.
ACSM Code of Medicine
Correct Answer
B. NATA Code of EthicsExplanation
The correct answer is NATA Code of Ethics. The NATA (National Athletic Trainers' Association) Code of Ethics outlines the ethical principles and standards that athletic trainers should adhere to. Selling an herbal supplement to athletes for personal profit goes against the ethical standards set by the NATA, as it may involve conflicts of interest and potentially compromise the well-being of the athletes.Rate this question:
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- 5.
In the situation given in question 4: You find out an athletic trainer in your conference is selling an herbal supplement to his athletes on a regular basis for personal profit.What is your course of action?
- 6.
An athlete comes to your athletic training room complaining of an injury to his neck and left arm. You suspect involvement of the C5/6 nerve root. Which of the following actions would not be involved with an injury to the muscles with this innervation?
- A.
Little Finger Abduction
- B.
Shoulder Abduction
- C.
Elbow Flexion
- D.
Forearm Supination
- E.
Shoulder Flexion
Correct Answer
A. Little Finger AbductionExplanation
An injury to the C5/6 nerve root would not affect Little Finger Abduction. This movement is controlled by the ulnar nerve, which is not associated with the C5/6 nerve root. The C5/6 nerve root is responsible for innervating the muscles involved in Shoulder Abduction, Elbow Flexion, Forearm Supination, and Shoulder Flexion.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What type of muscle contraction is occurring when the mucle shortens?
- A.
Eccentric Contraction
- B.
Isotonic Contraction
- C.
Isometric Contraction
- D.
Concentric Contraction
- E.
Static Contraction
Correct Answer
D. Concentric ContractionExplanation
Concentric contraction is the correct answer because it refers to a type of muscle contraction where the muscle shortens while generating tension. This occurs when the force generated by the muscle is greater than the external force applied to it, resulting in movement.Rate this question:
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- 8.
The bottom number of a blood pressure reading is known as what? What does it indicate?
- A.
Venous, the pressure in the veins
- B.
Systolic, the pressure when the heart is contracting
- C.
Diastolic, the pressure when the heart is between contractions
- D.
Systolic, the pressure when the heart is between contractions
- E.
Diastolic, the pressure when the heart is contracting
Correct Answer
C. Diastolic, the pressure when the heart is between contractionsExplanation
The bottom number of a blood pressure reading is known as diastolic pressure. It indicates the pressure in the arteries when the heart is between contractions.Rate this question:
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- 9.
A soccer player has been kicked in the upper right quadrant of his abdomen. Which internal organ(s) could have sustained injury from this type of contact?
- A.
Kidney
- B.
Liver & Gallbladder
- C.
Spleen
- D.
Ureters
- E.
Appendix
Correct Answer
B. Liver & GallbladderExplanation
The upper right quadrant of the abdomen is where the liver and gallbladder are located. Therefore, it is possible that the soccer player sustained an injury to these organs from the kick.Rate this question:
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- 10.
The sternocleidomastoid muscle originates at the__________ and inserts at the_______________.
- A.
Clavicle, mastoid process
- B.
Clavicle & sternum, mastoid process
- C.
Manubrium, occipital protuberance
- D.
Manubrium, clavicle
- E.
C3, clavicle
Correct Answer
B. Clavicle & sternum, mastoid processExplanation
The sternocleidomastoid muscle is a long, thin muscle located on the side of the neck. It originates at both the clavicle (collarbone) and the sternum (breastbone) and inserts at the mastoid process, which is a bony prominence behind the ear. This muscle is responsible for various movements of the head and neck, including rotation and flexion.Rate this question:
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