BOC prep pt 2

What is a recommended guideline for checking proper cycling helmet fit?

Push up under the front edge of the helmet and if it moves more than 1 inch from level, readjust the straps

At what elbow angle should a commercial shoulder arm sling position the elbow?

70°

Which sport requires elbow and/or forearm padding during all practices and competitions?

Ice hockey

What mandatory equipment is required in wrestling by NCAA and NFHS?

Ear guard

What type of running shoe tread is recommended by manufacturers?

Flat with herringbone pattern

What instructions should be provided for proper mouth guard selection and maintenance?

Clean mouth guards before and after each use with mild antimicrobial soap; Inspect mouth guards daily for fit and damage; Store mouth guards in clean, rigid, ventilated plastic containers; Coaches and parents should regularly inspect fit and retention

What is the best action to take when severe thunderstorms may affect practice?

Discuss weather concerns early in the day, review procedures, and provide updates as conditions approach

What is an intrinsic risk factor for exertional heat stroke?

Inadequate heat acclimatization

What factors are assessed using a wet bulb globe temperature device?

Air temperature; Humidity; Radiant heat in the local environment

Besides air temperature

what environmental factor increases hypothermia risk?, Wind speed

Which clothing layer minimizes hypothermia by allowing sweat evaporation with minimal absorption?

Internal layer

What does SPF 15 mean?

Athletes can be exposed to UV light 15 times longer before skin turns red compared to no sunscreen

How does acclimatization affect activity recommendations as WBGT increases?

Nonacclimatized individuals are at risk for heat illness even at low WBGT levels below 78°F

What is the body's primary heat loss mechanism in hot environments with low humidity?

Evaporation

What cold condition causes redness swelling, tingling, and pain in fingers or toes after prolonged wet cold exposure?

Chilblains

What environmental condition increases risk for exertional sickling in athletes with sickle cell trait?

High altitude

Classify lightning shelter locations as safe or unsafe

Car with metal roof — Safe; Portable restroom — Unsafe; Golf cart with cover — Unsafe; Hospitality tent — Unsafe; Adjacent concession/restroom building — Safe; Storage shed — Unsafe; Picnic shelter near trees — Unsafe

load

External force acting on tissue.

What is an immovable joint called?

Synarthrodial

Match the joint type with the description

Synarthrodial — Fibrous joints; Amphiarthrodial — Cartilaginous joints; Diarthrodial — Synovial joints

What medical term describes diminished sense of feeling?

Hypothesia

What classification system is used for epiphyseal fractures?

Salter-Harris

Which injuries result from a shearing force mechanism?

Ligament tears; Blisters; Abrasions

What causes development of an exostosis?

Repetitive stress on a bone or tendon insertion

Categorize the stages of healing

Inflammatory phase — Chemical mediators; Vascular response; Clot formation; Fibroblastic phase — Regeneration of tissue; Formation of collagen; Maturation phase — Clinical signs and symptoms disappear; Continued collagen breakdown increases strength

Which chemical mediator released from mast cells causes vasodilation and increased permeability?

Histamine

What type of pain scale is shown by a sliding line scale?

Visual analog scale

Acupuncture

acupressure, and trigger point stimulation may stimulate release of what?, B-endorphin

What vitamin when taken in excess can cause headaches nausea, loss of hair, dry skin, and diarrhea?,

Vitamin A

Which foods are ideal for an afternoon pregame meal?

Green beans; Steamed vegetables; Baked potato; Low fat milk; Low fat cheese

Which nutritional energy source is needed for growth

maintenance, and repair of body tissues?, Proteins

What eating disorder involves binge eating followed by self-induced vomiting?

Bulimia nervosa

What questionnaire should participants aged 15-69 use before beginning a conditioning program?

PAR-Q

The SAID principle directly applies to which conditioning principle?

Overload

What is the definition of power?

Power = force × distance

How long before competition should the pre-event meal be eaten?

3-4 hours

How many glasses of water should an athlete consume daily?

8 or more

Which vitamin may help alleviate PMS symptoms?

Vitamin B6

What is accurate regarding mouth guard use in sports?

Mouth guards are effective in protecting against orofacial injuries

Which knee brace would be best for return to soccer after a grade 2 MCL sprain at week 6?

3

After warranty expiration

how often must helmets be recertified and reconditioned?, Every 2 years

Who is required to wear a helmet during a baseball game?

The batter; The on-deck batter; The base coaches; The base runners

Which eyeglass lens material is recommended for sports participation?

Polycarbonate lenses

Which football player is most likely to wear cantilevered shoulder pads?

Linebacker

What is the purpose of a neoprene knee brace with medial and lateral supports?

To provide additional support subsequent to a collateral ligament injury

What material absorbs force by deforming and returning to original shape?

Closed cell foam

Which soft orthotic material effectively absorbs ground reaction forces and prevents blisters?

Sorbothane

Which wrap is best for applying a shoulder spica to a female volleyball player?

4-in. × 10-yd elastic bandage

Which wrap is best for applying a hip spica to a male basketball player?

6-in. × 10-yd elastic bandage

How should shoulder pads be modified to minimize legal risk?

Limit modifications to only those recommended by the manufacturer

According to NCAA guidelines what organization must certify soccer shin guards

NCAA Committee on Competitive Safeguards

Ice hockey helmets must be certified by which organization?

Canadian Standards Association

What is the best time of day to fit an athlete for shoes?

Late in the day

How should helmets be tracked for inspections and recertification?

Assign each helmet a code number at purchase and track it

Why is a lace-up ankle brace recommended over taping for recurrent ankle sprains?

Bracing provides more consistent support and is more cost and time efficient

What must be done for a volleyball player to compete with a hard splint after distal radius fracture?

Cover the splint on every surface with ½-in.-thick slow rebounding foam

How should a hard shell hip pointer pad be secured?

With a hip spica using an elastic bandage and tape