Deck 12: Thorax, Abdomen, and Spine

Question 1

When applying the circular wrap technique, you should avoid:

A) leaving a small area of the pad exposed to anchor tape.
B) applying a distal-to-proximal circular strip with elastic tape.
C) increasing the roll tension of anchors.
D) overlapping the wrap by ?-½ of its width.

Answer 1

increasing the roll tension of anchors.

Question 2

The contusion/fracture tape technique is used to:

A) anchor off-the-shelf and custom-made pads.
B) provide compression to control swelling.
C) immobilize the thorax.
D) provide support to the thorax.

Answer 2

anchor off-the-shelf and custom-made pads.

Question 3

Suggestions have been made in the literature that the use of functional cervical collars should be mandatory to lessen the frequency of brachial plexus injury for all of the following EXCEPT:

A) those who experience recurrent brachial plexus injuries.
B) those who have sustained an isolated severe brachial plexus injury.
C) those who have sustained a single brachial plexus injury in a high-risk playing position.
D) those who wear cantilever design shoulder pads and helmets with six-point chin straps.

Answer 3

those who wear cantilever design shoulder pads and helmets with six-point chin straps.

Question 4

During the application of a rib belt, the patient should:

A) exhale.
B) inhale.
C) position the arms overhead.
D) lean toward the painful side.

Question 5

The bracing technique used in the acute immobilization of the cervical spine is:

A) an extrication collar.
B) a semirigid collar.
C) a functional collar.
D) a custom-made collar.

Question 6

Functional cervical collars are used in combination with football shoulder pads to provide all of the following EXCEPT:

A) to lessen excessive cervical extension.
B) to lessen excessive cervical lateral flexion.
C) to lessen excessive cervical flexion.
D) to absorb shock.

Question 7

Spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis are most common at:

A) L1-L2 or L2-L3 levels.
B) L2-L3 or L3-L4 levels.
C) L3-L4 or L4-L5 levels.
D) L4-L5 or L5-S1 levels.

Question 8

A compression injury to the brachial plexus may occur with:

A) neck extension and rotation toward the same side of the involved brachial plexus.
B) lateral neck flexion in the opposite direction away from the involved brachial plexus.
C) neck flexion and rotation toward the same side of the involved brachial plexus.
D) neck extension and rotation in the opposite direction away from the involved brachial plexus.

Question 9

Research examining the effects of lumbar sacral braces for the prevention and treatment of low back pain has revealed:

A) minimal evidence to support their use to lessen levels of pain.
B) strong evidence to support their use to lessen levels of pain.
C) inconclusive evidence to support their use to lessen levels of pain.
D) no evidence to support their use to lessen levels of pain.

Question 10

Erb's point is located on the:

A) anterior neck.
B) posterior neck.
C) anterior lateral neck.
D) posterior lateral neck.

Question 11

Prior to or after application of a taping, wrapping, bracing, and/or padding technique, if a patient experiences shortness of breath and/or an increase in pain, you should:

A) instruct the patient to place the ipsilateral arm across the abdomen.
B) remove the technique and reapply it.
C) loosen the anchors and/or straps of the technique.
D) suspect a serious injury/condition and immediately refer the patient to a physician.

Question 12

According to available evidence, rib belts:

A) correct structural abnormalities.
B) restrict trunk range of motion.
C) tend to migrate distally during athletic activities.
D) provide pain relief for some and restrict breathing in others.

Question 13

Another name for acute torticollis is:

A) stiff neck.
B) scoliosis.
C) wryneck.
D) burner.

Question 14

Which of the following factors is a mechanism of injury of a coccygeal fracture?

A) Violent trunk flexion
B) Direct forces
C) Overload stresses
D) Axial loading of head

Question 15

Which option is not a type of cervical collar?

A) Neoprene roll
B) Vest
C) Extrication
D) Semirigid

Question 16

Which option would provide the most effective shock absorption and protection for an ice hockey athlete following a lateral rib contusion?

A) Off-the-shelf, soft, low-density padded shirt
B) Off-the-shelf closed-cell foam pad
C) Off-the-shelf, hard, high-density rib vest
D) Off-the-shelf vinyl-coated foam skeleton pad

Question 17

Which of the following is a purpose of a lumbar sacral brace?

A) To absorb shock
B) To anchor protective padding
C) To increase range of motion
D) To correct structural abnormalities

Question 18

Based on recommendations in the literature, functional cervical collars should be used with which of the following exercises to prevent injury?

A) Neck and shoulder strengthening exercises
B) Neck and shoulder flexibility exercises
C) Neck and shoulder neuromuscular exercises
D) All of the above

Question 19

Viscoelastic polymer, skeleton, or gel pads attached underneath football shoulder pads:

A) may provide additional shock absorption.
B) may reduce the incidence of brachial plexus injury.
C) may lessen pressure on the cervical spine.
D) All of the above.

Question 20

When using functional cervical collar designs that attach to football shoulder pads, what is the most important factor to monitor in the prevention of injury?

A) The fit of the helmet
B) The size of the bolts used to attach the collar
C) The materials used in the construction of the collar
D) The fit and snugness of the shoulder pads

Question 21

Which of the following is not a mechanism of injury for a cervical facet joint sprain?

A) Forced neck flexion
B) Forced neck lateral flexion
C) Forced neck extension
D) Forced neck rotation

Question 22

Which wrapping technique is used to secure off-the-shelf and custom-made pads to the thorax, abdomen, and spine?

A) Circular wrap
B) Thorax and abdomen compression wrap
C) Swathe rib wrap
D) The compression wrap, swathe rib wrap, and circular wrap

Question 23

Which statement regarding rib belts is true?

A) Most rib belts are constructed of non-elastic materials.
B) All designs have plastic inserts.
C) The braces are anchored to the thorax with snap closures.
D) The braces measure between 4 and 12 inches in width.

Question 24

Which sport is required to wear protective padding on the thorax, abdomen, and/or spine during all practices and competitions by the NCAA and NFHS?

A) Wrestling
B) Soccer
C) Track and field
D) Field hockey

Question 25

When treating rib fractures, the treatment should be monitored to prevent hypostatic pneumonia. What can cause the hypostatic pneumonia?

A) Hypoventilation due to the pain and mechanical restriction
B) Hyperventilation due to the pain and mechanical restriction
C) Hypoventilation due to the pain and not enough mechanical restriction
D) Hyperventilation due to the pain and not enough mechanical restriction