Sports Medicine 1 Cumulative Written Final Review

Vocabulary flashcards for the Sports Medicine 1 Cumulative Written Final Review

National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA)

To represent, engage, and foster the continued growth and development of the athletic training profession and athletic trainers as unique health care providers

Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE)

A non-profit organization that accredits professional and post-professional educational programs in athletic training.

First action an athletic trainer should take with an unconscious athlete in an emergency

Ensuring the athlete's airway is open and breathing is occurring, and then call for emergency services

How deep should adult chest compressions be during CPR?

2 inches

FMS Deep Squat score of 3

Torso is parallel to the tibia and heels remain flat

Clinical scope of athletic trainers

Athletic trainers focus on preventing and treating sports-related injuries, working with athletes to maintain peak health and return to activity

Recommended compression rate per minute for adult CPR

100-120 bpm

Core ethical principle from the NATA Code of Ethics

Compassion and Respect for others

Three components of evidence-based practice in athletic training

1) Best available evidence (research findings), 2) Clinical expertise (practitioner's knowledge and experience), and 3) Patient values and circumstances

Score of 3 on the FMS Rotary Stability test

Completing the movement without losing balance, touching the board, or shifting their hips or shoulders

Importance of continuing education for athletic trainers

To stay up to date with current medical advancements in sports medicine

Correct technique for giving rescue breaths to an infant

Blow a breath steadily into the baby's mouth and nose over 1 second

Healthcare professional best suited to co-manage chronic plantar fasciitis

A podiatrist

Position of hands/fingers for infant chest compressions

For infants you should use two fingers, either holding the baby in both hands and pressing down with each thumb or pressing down with two fingers.

Physical limitations indicated by a poor score on the FMS Deep Squat

Limited mobility in the lower extremities (ankles, hips) and upper torso (shoulders, thoracic spine)

Type of system should be used to document and share athlete health information securely

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Total movement patterns and clearing tests are in the FMS

10 (seven movement patterns and three clearing tests)

Cultural competence in the context of athletic training

Understanding the differences between ethnic groups and how that informs diagnoses and interaction

How an athletic trainer respond to a suspected eating disorder

Referring the athlete to a psychologist and dietician

How long should you check for breathing in an unresponsive victim?

You should scan the body for 5-10 seconds

Purpose of the FMS Hurdle Step Over test

To assesses joint mobility and postural stability deficits

When should CPR providers switch during a resuscitation effort?

After 5 cycles or once one person gets tired

What documentation principle is violated if concussion symptoms are not recorded?

The documentation principle of completeness is violated.

What distinguishes the Trunk Stability Push-Up in the FMS?

To assess trunk stability during an upper body movement

How should athletic trainers handle care and communication with minors?

By also communicating with their parents

Main injury prevention strategy in industrial athletic training settings

Assessments and stretching

Types of movement are assessed in the FMS Inline Lunge

Tests your ability to balance and control your hips, knees, and ankles while maintaining a neutral spine and head position

What should you do if the AED advises “no shock needed”?

Continuing performing CPR

Which muscle group most commonly limits the FMS Active Straight Leg Raise?

The hamstrings

What is the first action if you suspect an athlete has an eating disorder?

Encourage they speak to a psychologist

What FMS score indicates pain during a clearing test?

A score of 0

Purpose of the BOC certification process for athletic trainers

To ensure a standard of accreditation for all AT’s and programs

How can hydration education be made effective for athletes?

To inform them about the importance of water in athletics

Correct sequence of actions for a choking, unconscious adult

If you're the only rescuer, give back blows and abdominal thrusts first. Then call 911 or your local emergency number for help. If another person is there, have that person call for help while you give first aid.

What interprofessional collaboration best supports athletic rehab and care?

A team that supports the athlete with an Athletic Trainer, physician, parent and athlete

Key consideration when implementing evidence-based practice

Asking clinical questions, finding the best evidence, appraising it critically, integrating it with clinical expertise and patient values, evaluating outcomes, and disseminating results

Primary movement component is tested in the FMS Shoulder Mobility screen

Assesses bilateral, reciprocal shoulder range of motion, combining internal rotation with adduction on one side and external rotation with abduction on the other

How do athletic trainers differ from strength coaches in return-to-play decisions?

Athletic trainers focus on recovery whereas strength coaches are more focused on getting them back to play.

Key elements must an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) include

Key instructions on what to do in case of emergency like contact information and health information

Where should your hands be positioned when performing the Heimlich maneuver?

Clasped together and placed under the sternum

According to FMS principles, how is mobility categorized?

By assessing the range of motion and coordination required for each movement pattern

Primary role of a sports psychologist in athletic healthcare

Addressing mental health concerns of athletes in return to play

First step when creating an injury prevention plan using surveillance data

Gather and analyze the data related to injuries and deaths

Behavioral signs may indicate a mental health concern in an athlete

Lack of energy and disinterest in the sport

What FMS score is given when a leg raises between 90° and 45°in the straight leg raise?

A score of 2

How does CAATE accreditation affect BOC exam eligibility?

A program must be accredited by CAATE for students to be eligible to take the BOC exam

What distinguishes effective Pre-Participation Examinations (PPEs)?

Characterized by a thorough history taking, a comprehensive physical examination, and a focus on both identifying potential risks and providing guidance for safe participation in sports

How should treatment plans differ between high school and college athletes?

High school athletes may require more guidance and support with balancing academics and athletics, while college athletes may need more specialized support for performance enhancement and mental health

What professional responsibilities do athletic trainers have in terms of health management?

By focusing on preventing, diagnosing, and treating injuries and medical conditions in athletes

Which anatomical plane divides the body into front and back parts?

Frontal plane (coronal)

Which plane divides the body into left and right sections?

Sagittal plane

Which plane divides the body into upper and lower parts?

Transverse plane

Anterior

Toward the front or head

Posterior

Toward the back

Medial

A position closer to the midline of the body

Lateral

A position away from the midline

Proximal

A location closer to the center of the body or the point of attachment of a limb. (ex: the knee is proximal to the toes)

Distal

Located further away from the main part of the body or the point of origin. (ex: the knee is distal to the hip)

Superior

Toward the top

Inferior

Situated below or closer to the feet. Towards the bottom or away from the head-end of the body.

Another term for the back of the body

Dorsal

Another term for the belly or front of the body

Ventral

Superficial

Close to the surface of the skin

Deep

Far below the skin's surface

Flexion

The bending of a joint or limb

Extension

The act of straightening a joint, extending the angle between two body parts

Abduction

Moving away from the midline

Adduction

Moving towards the midline

Pronation

Facing upwards (ie palms or soles of feet)

Supination

Facing downwards (ie palms or soles of feet)

Inversion

Movement of a body part inward toward the midline

Eversion

Movement of a body part away from the midline

Protraction

Moving a body part forward ie shoulders

Retraction

Moving a body part backwards such as shoulders

Rotation

The turning or spinning of a body part around its axis