AnswersSports Medicine 1aUnit 1: Sports Medicine in Action

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Hugo is in violation of the NASM code of conduct. What did he MOST likely do?

A
He recommended one of his clients run every morning at 5AM.
B
He asked one of his clients to go out on a date with him after training.
C
He thought he could lift 200 pounds, but he could only lift 175 pound.
D
He told a client that in order to lose weight they would need to eat less.
3

Brandon is opening his own fitness facility and is worried that he might get sued by a future customer. What is the BEST way for Brandon to protect his facility from litigation?

A
He should ask all clients to fill out a medical waiver form.
B
He should only accept clients that he knows personally.
C
He should make all clients complete an endurance test.
D
He should have clients state a pledge that they will not sue.
4

When her trainer recommended that she start a weightlifting routine, Olivia was apprehensive. Olivia had never lifted weights before in her life. What will MOST likely happen to Olivia if she begins to lift weights?

A
She will bulk up like a body builder.
B
She will become extremely flexible.
C
She will increase her levels of strength.
D
She will become more social and outgoing.
7

Thomas is a personal trainer who works with his client, Joaquim. During a training session, Joaquim tells Thomas that he wants to get in shape so that when he leaves his wife he can find a new woman. What should Thomas do with this information?

A
Thomas should warn Joaquim’s wife that he is going to leave her.
B
Thomas should ask his friends what they think about Joaquim’s plans.
C
Thomas should not share this personal information with anyone.
D
Thomas should record this conversation in his notes after the session.
8

Northside High School just hired one athletic trainer to work for all 20 of their school’s athletic teams. What can the coaches MOST likely assume about this athletic trainer?

A
They have earned a medical degree.
B
They can evaluate and diagnose injuries.
C
They will attend all games and practices.
D
They have been certified by NATA.
9

The athletic director at a middle school is interviewing Shayla for a job as a coach for the soccer team. What is the MOST appropriate interview question for the athletic director to ask in order to demonstrate if Shayla will be a good coach?

A
How would you tell the difference between a torn ACL and a torn MCL?
B
What sort of soccer footwork techniques are essential to avoid injuries?
C
What is the best method to evaluate an ankle injury of a soccer player?
D
How quickly can you diagnose an injury that a player experiences?
10

Claudia is meeting with a new client for their first physical training session after the client had a surgery on her knee. What is the MOST important thing Claudia needs to ask at the start of this first training session?

A
How do you generally feel about exercise and fitness?
B
What sports did you play when you were younger?
C
Are your clothes comfortable enough to wear for a workout?
D
Do you have written medical clearance from your doctor?
11

Jeannine wants to become a registered dietician. In order to become a registered dietician, what must she MOST likely do?

A
She must earn a masters’ degree.
B
She must study physics and geology.
C
She must be certified by the NATABOC.
D
She must be licensed by NASM or ACSM.
12

A physical therapist’s main focus is to continually assess and reassess patients in order to ensure they are full rehabilitated.

A
True
B
False
13

Justin is a marathon runner who recently had surgery on his left knee. He needs help performing exercises to help him recover and build strength so he can run again. Who would be the BEST type of sports medicine professional to help him?

A
a coach
B
a physical therapist
C
a licensed massage therapist
D
a registered dietician
14

After running for years, Veronica has put much stress on her body. She is now looking for a way to keep her cardio endurance high while putting less pressure on her joints. What is the BEST option to meet Veronica’s fitness needs?

A
swimming
B
yoga
C
dancing
D
Pilates
15

Camilla wants to increase her level of cardiovascular fitness while decreasing her body fat. What is the BEST option for Camilla’s fitness goals?

A
yoga
B
biking
C
Pilates
D
stretching
16

Nausea and lightheadedness would both be considered symptoms, NOT signs, of an injury.

A
True
B
False
17

Owen is looking for a way to lose some extra weight. He’d like a daily exercise that also boosts his mood. He’d prefer an exercise he can do anywhere and with lots of fresh air. He asks his doctor to recommend an exercise for him. What would the doctor’s BEST recommendation be?

A
swimming
B
yoga
C
Pilates
D
jogging
18

In a local town, all recreational football coaches must be certified in concussion protocols. What is the MOST likely reason this certification is required?

A
Coaches are often the first responders after a head injury on the field.
B
Coaches are better equipped than doctors to diagnose concussions.
C
If a player gets a concussion, they can sue the coach for negligence.
D
For recreational coaches to be paid, they must have medical training.
19

Most public school athletic programs have at least one team physician and at least one athletic trainer.

A
True
B
False
20

A team physician deals with athletes’ signs and symptoms. What is the difference between a sign and a symptom?

A
A sign is used only to evaluate an athlete; a symptom is used only to diagnose an athlete.
B
A sign is not able to be measured; a symptom is able to be measured.
C
A sign is able to be observed with a medical device; a symptom cannot be observed with a device.
D
A sign requires open communication; a symptom requires no communication.

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