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Unit 3: Introduction to Nutrition

Question 6 • Sports Medicine 1a

Quentin is an athletic trainer for a high school basketball team. One of his athletes falls and twists his ankle. Quentin thinks the athlete might have a bad fracture. What is the BEST thing for Quentin to do for this athlete?

Answer
A
Keep wrapping the athlete’s ankle to see if it heals.
B
Ask the coach if he has any advice for treatment.
C
Try to set the bone back in place immediately.
D
Refer the athlete to an orthopedic doctor.

Explanation

A suspected serious fracture needs prompt evaluation by a qualified medical professional. Quentin should protect the ankle from further movement and arrange medical care, rather than waiting to see if wrapping helps or trying to reposition the bone. The best choice is to refer the athlete to an orthopedic doctor.

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