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Treatment for Common Sports Injuries Answers

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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.
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Moderate injuries are generally __________.

A
life-threatening
B
soft tissue injuries
C
bumps and bruises
D
too serious for first aid
3

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.
4

A shoulder massage is one of the best treatments immediately after pulling a muscle in your shoulder.

A
T
B
F
5

It is important to immobilize an injured limb in order to __________.

A
prevent it from being injured further
B
prevent infections
C
slow the healing process
D
allow your body to overcome the shock of the injury
6

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

A
T
B
F
7

There are different methods to respond to acute sports injuries depending upon whether the player is conscious or not.

A
T
B
F
8

Proper usage of the PRICE method of treatment can heal an ACL injury.

A
T
B
F
9

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.
10

Why are head and spine injuries much more serious than muscle strain or hematomas?

A
A
B
B
C
C
D
D
11

Moderate injuries are generally __________.

A
life-threatening
B
soft tissue injuries
C
bumps and bruises
D
too serious for first aid
12

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.
13

Why is it critical to provide proper treatment for minor and moderate sports injuries within the first 48 hours after sustaining the injury?

A
It means the athlete can continue playing without interruption.
B
After 48 hours, the injury is likely to become permanent.
C
It accelerates the recovery and healing process.
D
Without proper treatment, the injury will not heal properly.
14

It is important to immobilize an injured limb in order to __________.

A
prevent it from being injured further
B
prevent infections
C
slow the healing process
D
allow your body to overcome the shock of the injury
15

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.
16

Proper usage of the PRICE method of treatment can heal an ACL injury.

A
T
B
F
17

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.
18

The "A" in ACL stands for __________.

A
anterior
B
angina
C
antero
D
antegrade
19

There are different methods to respond to acute sports injuries depending upon whether the player is conscious or not.

A
T
B
F
20

What type of medication would you be most likely to use for a mild sprain?

A
hydrocortisone
B
steroids
C
OTC medication
D
opiates

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