Question 1

Which of the following symptoms areNOT indicative of a serious eye injury?

Accepted Answer

Excessive watering of the eye, while potentially uncomfortable, is not necessarily indicative of a serious eye injury. It can be a response to irritation, allergens, or minor foreign objects in the eye. In contrast, blurred vision, diplopia (double vision), and partial loss of the visual field are more concerning symptoms that could indicate a serious injury or condition requiring medical attention.

Question 2

Which part of the eye is responsible for the production of tears?

Accepted Answer

The lacrimal glands are responsible for the production of tears. They are located in the upper outer region of each eye and produce tears that help lubricate and protect the eye's surface.

Question 3

Which of the following conditions occurs when a person gets a foreign object in his or her eye and tries to rub it away?

Accepted Answer

Corneal abrasion occurs when the surface of the eye is scratched, which can happen when trying to rub away a foreign object from the eye.

Question 4

When evaluating an unconscious athlete, which of the following steps should be taken?

Accepted Answer

Checking for impaired breathing is crucial in assessing an unconscious athlete to ensure they are receiving adequate oxygen.

Question 5

Which of the following can occur if an athlete who sustained a concussion previously returns to play prior to resolution of the symptoms and then receives another head injury?

Accepted Answer

Second impact syndrome can occur when an athlete who has not fully recovered from a concussion sustains another head injury, leading to rapid and severe brain swelling.

Question 6

Which of the following shouldNOT be done when managing a bleeding nose?

Accepted Answer

Tilting the head back during a nosebleed can cause blood to flow down the throat, which can lead to coughing or choking, and potentially cause nausea or vomiting. The correct approach is to lean forward to prevent blood from going down the throat.

Question 7

The thin bony substance that covers the root of the tooth is known as the _____.

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is D) cementum. Cementum is the specialized, calcified connective tissue that covers the root of a tooth. It helps anchor the tooth within the socket and connects the tooth to the periodontal ligament.

Question 8

Which portion of the ear is shaped like a shell and directs waves of sound into the auditory canal?

Accepted Answer

The auricle, also known as the pinna, is the outer part of the ear that is shaped like a shell and functions to direct sound waves into the auditory canal.

Question 9

Which of the following is true of an orbital fracture of the eye?

Accepted Answer

Orbital fractures can result in double vision (diplopia) due to disruption of the normal function of the muscles controlling eye movement or damage to the nerves controlling those muscles.

Question 10

Which of the following eye injuries is painless and results in the athlete seeing floating specks, flashes of light, and blurred vision?

Accepted Answer

A detached retina is characterized by symptoms such as seeing floating specks, flashes of light, and experiencing blurred vision, and it can occur without causing pain. This differentiates it from other options like hyphema, conjunctivitis, and corneal abrasion, which typically involve discomfort or pain.

Question 11

Which of the following can be prevented by using a solution of 3% boric acid and alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Otitis externa, also known as swimmer's ear, can be prevented by using a solution of 3% boric acid and alcohol. This solution helps to dry out the ear and prevent bacterial growth.

Question 12

Which of the following tests isNOT used to test coordination following a head injury?

Accepted Answer

The modified Romberg test is primarily used to assess balance and proprioception, not coordination, making it the correct choice for a test not used to specifically assess coordination following a head injury. The other options (A, C, D) are indeed used to assess coordination.

Question 13

Which dental condition is characterized by loosening of the teeth, recession of the gingiva, and infection?

Accepted Answer

Periodontitis is characterized by the loosening of teeth, recession of the gingiva (gums), and infection, often resulting from untreated gingivitis.

Question 14

In the case of skull fractures, it is not the skull fracture itself that causes the most serious problem but complications that stem from intracranial bleeding, bone fragments embedded in the brain, and infection.

Accepted Answer

Skull fractures can lead to serious complications such as intracranial bleeding, which increases pressure inside the skull, bone fragments that can damage brain tissue, and infections that can spread to the brain, all of which are more critical concerns than the fracture itself.

Question 15

Anterior epistaxis originates from the lateral wall and posterior epistaxis from the nasal septum.

Accepted Answer

Anterior epistaxis typically originates from the Kiesselbach's plexus located on the anterior part of the nasal septum, while posterior epistaxis originates from the lateral wall of the nasal cavity, often involving branches of the sphenopalatine artery.

Question 16

A blow to the head can injure the brain either at the point of contact or on the opposite side.

Accepted Answer

This phenomenon is known as coup-contrecoup injury, where the brain is injured directly under the point of impact (coup) and also on the side opposite the impact (contrecoup) due to the brain moving within the skull.

Question 17

Swimmer's ear is usually caused by a fungal infection in the inner ear.

Accepted Answer

Swimmer's ear is typically caused by a bacterial infection in the outer ear canal, not a fungal infection in the inner ear.

Question 18

Acute conjunctivitis is caused by allergens and is not highly infectious.

Accepted Answer

Acute conjunctivitis can be caused by allergens, viruses, or bacteria. When caused by viruses or bacteria, it is highly infectious.

Question 19

A majority of eye injuries sustained in sports are severe and result in permanent loss of vision.

Accepted Answer

Most sports-related eye injuries are not severe, and with proper treatment and protection, permanent vision loss is rare.

Question 20

Naming the months of the year in reverse order is commonly used as an on-the-field cognitive test.

Accepted Answer

Naming the months of the year in reverse order is a cognitive task often used in on-the-field assessments to help evaluate an individual's cognitive function, particularly in situations where concussion is suspected.

Quiz 22: The Head, Face, Eyes, Ears, Nose, and Throat