Question 1

Which of the following methods should be used if an athlete is prone in the water, and a rescuer is attempting to protect the cervical spine?
A) Head-splint turnover
B) Head-splint technique
C) Head-chin support technique

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following methods should be...

Question 2

Which of the following are the primary mechanisms of injury in diving?
A) The diver's head striking the diving board or platform
B) Head collisions with the bottom of the pool
C) Slipping and falling on the pool deck
D) A & B
E) A & C

Accepted Answer

The primary mechanisms of injury in diving are the diver's head striking the diving board or platform and head collisions with the bottom of the pool. These incidents directly relate to the act of diving and the potential risks involved in the sport.

Question 3

The _____________ is the sloped set of mats surrounding the point where athletes place the tip of the pole in order to initiate the vault.
A) landing pit
B) front bun
C) vault box
D) None of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of The _____________ is the sloped set of...

Question 4

Which of the following steps should occur first when a potentially catastrophic injury occurs in a pool?
A) The emergency action plan should be activated.
B) All athletes should exit the water carefully.
C) All activity in the pool should stop immediately.
D) The rescuer should call out to the athlete to obtain information about the problem.

Accepted Answer

When a potentially catastrophic injury occurs in a pool, the first step is to ensure the safety of all individuals involved by stopping all activity immediately. This helps prevent further injuries and creates a safer environment for the rescuer to assess and respond to the situation.

Question 5

An athlete who has landed entirely on the bun of a pole vault pit can be spine boarded using, in large part, normal techniques and procedures. In the event that the athlete is in an awkward position or has landed in the box, a vertical lift may be warranted for extrication.
A) Both statements are true.
B) Only the first statement is true.
C) Only the second statement is true.
D) Both statements are false.

Accepted Answer

Both statements are accurate. The first statement is true because if an athlete has landed entirely on the bun of a pole vault pit, normal spine boarding techniques can largely be used, assuming the athlete's position allows for it. The second statement is also true because if an athlete is in an awkward position or has landed in the box (the area where the pole is planted during the vault), a vertical lift may be necessary for safe extrication to avoid further injury.

Question 6

When considering spine boarding and extrication of a pole vaulter, the techniques and methods used for this challenging environment are likely to mimic which of the following situations?
A) Removal of an athlete from a football field
B) Removal of an athlete from a shallow pool
C) Removal of an athlete from a gymnastics pit
D) Removal of an athlete from a car

Accepted Answer

The techniques and methods used for spine boarding and extrication of a pole vaulter are most similar to those used for removing an athlete from a gymnastics pit. Both environments involve soft, uneven surfaces that require careful maneuvering and stabilization to prevent further injury during the extraction process.

Question 7

The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) mandates mat requirements for the pole vault. Which of the following explains their requirements?
A) The landing mat must be 19 feet 8 inches behind the standards.
B) The landing mat must be 20 feet 2 inches long and 32 inches high.
C) The standards must be padded and must be more than 13 feet 8 inches apart.
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

The NCAA mandates specific safety and equipment standards for various sports, including pole vaulting. These requirements include specifications for the landing mat's dimensions and the padding and placement of the standards to ensure athlete safety.

Question 8

When considering collegiate- and international-level diving, a variety of diving surfaces and apparatuses are used. If you consider a diving tower, which of the following is not a typical platform height?
A) 5 meters
B) 2 meters
C) 7 meters
D) 10 meters

Accepted Answer

Typical platform heights for diving towers in both collegiate and international competitions are 5 meters, 7 meters, and 10 meters. The 2-meter height is not standard for platform diving; it is more commonly associated with springboard diving.

Question 9

Which of the following should be avoided in order to prevent pole vault-related injuries?
A) Using a pole that is too short or too small for an athlete, resulting in pole breakage
B) Using a pole that is too large for an athlete, thus minimizing their ability to generate adequate momentum
C) Providing athletes with a push during practice, which encourages athletes to use poles that are too large.
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

All the mentioned practices can lead to pole vault-related injuries by either putting the athlete at risk of using inappropriate equipment or encouraging unsafe techniques.

Question 10

During either a shallow-water or deep-water rescue, how is an athlete placed on a spine board?
A) A log roll is performed, which is facilitated by the athlete's buoyancy in the water.
B) The spine board is submerged and floated beneath the athlete.
C) The lifeguard's buoy can double as a cervical collar. Using it in conjunction with the spine board, the rescuer can secure the athlete and extricate him from the water.
D) None of the above

Accepted Answer

The spine board is submerged and floated beneath the athlete, which is a common technique used in water rescues to stabilize and support the athlete's spine during the extraction process. This method minimizes movement of the spine, which is crucial for preventing further injury.

Question 11

Which of the following are special considerations associated with potentially catastrophic injuries in ice hockey?
A) The athletic trainer must be sure not to slip and come in contact with the athlete.
B) Stepping over top of the athlete is always contraindicated when on the ice.
C) The helmet and shoulder pads of a hockey player should be addressed similarly to what is done for a football player.
D) Securing a hockey player to a spine board must be slower in order to accommodate for the slippery playing surface.
E) All of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the choices listed are special considerations for managing potentially catastrophic injuries in ice hockey. These include the risk of slipping on the ice, the need to avoid stepping over the athlete, the specific equipment considerations for hockey players, and the requirement to secure a player to a spine board more carefully due to the slippery surface.

Question 12

Which of the following might an ice hockey player describe as the mechanism of injury that resulted in a cervical spine injury?
A) Sliding headfirst into the boards, axially loading the spine
B) Crashing into the boards with the neck in a flexed position upon impact
C) Falling into the boards after having been hit from behind
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the described scenarios involve mechanisms that could lead to a cervical spine injury in ice hockey. These include axial loading of the spine, neck flexion upon impact, and falling into the boards after a hit, all of which can cause significant stress or trauma to the cervical spine.

Question 13

With respect to a rescuer's water entry to reach an unresponsive athlete in a pool, which of the following statements is not true?
A) A shallow-water entry can be used by the clinician.
B) A deep-water entry can be used, during which the clinician rotates 180 degrees while lowering herself into the pool.
C) The breaststroke should be used to minimize waves.
D) The crawl or freestyle stroke should be used in order to reach the athlete quickly.

Accepted Answer

The crawl or freestyle stroke is not recommended in this scenario because it can create waves that may further endanger the unresponsive athlete by moving them or making it harder to maintain their airway above water. The breaststroke is preferred as it minimizes waves, allowing for a safer approach to the athlete.

Question 14

Currently, the rate of catastrophic injury in the pole vault stands at two per year with a fatality rate of one per year. Based on current data and estimates, the number of pole-vault-related injuries is likely to increase.
A) Both statements are true.
B) Only the first statement is true.
C) Only the second statement is true.
D) Both statements are false.

Accepted Answer

The first statement provides specific statistics on the rate of catastrophic injuries and fatalities in pole vaulting, indicating it is based on current data. The second statement logically follows from the first, suggesting an increase in injuries based on trends or expert estimates, making both statements true.

Question 15

The ____________ is the area where athletes land following their attempt in the pole vault.
A) landing pit
B) front bun
C) vault box
D) None of the above

Accepted Answer

The landing pit is the designated area where athletes land after their attempt in the pole vault, designed for safety to cushion their fall.

Question 16

In the event that cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is required, an athlete should not be extricated from the water prior to being strapped in place. Special attention must also be paid to maintaining cervical spine stabilization and avoiding slippage of the athlete from the board.
A) True for both statements
B) True for only the first statement
C) True for only the second statement
D) False for both statements

Accepted Answer

The second statement is true as maintaining cervical spine stabilization and avoiding slippage are crucial during extrication. However, the first statement is false; CPR should be initiated as soon as possible, which may require extricating the athlete from the water.

Quiz 12: Spine Boarding in Challenging Environments

Which of the following methods should be used if an athlete is prone in the water, and a rescuer is attempting to protect the cervical spine?

Which of the following are the primary mechanisms of injury in diving?

The _____________ is the sloped set of mats surrounding the point where athletes place the tip of the pole in order to initiate the vault.

Which of the following steps should occur first when a potentially catastrophic injury occurs in a pool?

An athlete who has landed entirely on the bun of a pole vault pit can be spine boarded using, in large part, normal techniques and procedures. In the event that the athlete is in an awkward position or has landed in the box, a vertical lift may be warranted for extrication.

When considering spine boarding and extrication of a pole vaulter, the techniques and methods used for this challenging environment are likely to mimic which of the following situations?

The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) mandates mat requirements for the pole vault. Which of the following explains their requirements?

When considering collegiate- and international-level diving, a variety of diving surfaces and apparatuses are used. If you consider a diving tower, which of the following is not a typical platform height?

Which of the following should be avoided in order to prevent pole vault-related injuries?

During either a shallow-water or deep-water rescue, how is an athlete placed on a spine board?

Which of the following are special considerations associated with potentially catastrophic injuries in ice hockey?

Which of the following might an ice hockey player describe as the mechanism of injury that resulted in a cervical spine injury?

With respect to a rescuer's water entry to reach an unresponsive athlete in a pool, which of the following statements is not true?

Currently, the rate of catastrophic injury in the pole vault stands at two per year with a fatality rate of one per year. Based on current data and estimates, the number of pole-vault-related injuries is likely to increase.

The ____________ is the area where athletes land following their attempt in the pole vault.

In the event that cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is required, an athlete should not be extricated from the water prior to being strapped in place. Special attention must also be paid to maintaining cervical spine stabilization and avoiding slippage of the athlete from the board.