Injury and illness prevention strategies, pre-participation screening, and wellness protection concepts tested on the BOC exam.
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- What is the purpose of a pre-participation physical examination (PPE)?
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To screen athletes for conditions that could increase risk of injury or illness during sport participation
- How many stations does the traditional station-based PPE format typically use?
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14
- What organization publishes the recommended 14-element cardiovascular screening checklist for athletes?
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The American Heart Association (AHA)
- What cardiac condition is the leading cause of sudden cardiac death in young athletes?
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Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
- What PPE clearance category allows an athlete to participate without restriction?
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Cleared for full participation
- What PPE clearance category requires further evaluation before a decision is made?
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Not cleared, pending further evaluation
- Who holds final authority to clear an athlete for return to play after injury?
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The team physician
- What is the recommended fluid replacement strategy during exercise, according to NATA position statements?
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Individualized rehydration based on sweat rate and body weight changes, not a fixed volume
- What condition results from drinking excessive plain water during prolonged exercise, diluting serum sodium?
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Exertional hyponatremia
- What device measures environmental heat stress by combining temperature, humidity, and radiant heat?
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Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) index
- What is the most severe form of exertional heat illness?
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Exertional heat stroke
- What is the immediate on-site treatment of choice for exertional heat stroke?
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Cold water immersion
- What core body temperature is generally used to define exertional heat stroke?
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Above 104 F (40 C) with central nervous system dysfunction
- What genetic condition requires special activity precautions due to risk of exertional sickling during intense exercise?
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Sickle cell trait
- What is the standard of care organizations recommend for identifying sickle cell trait status before sports participation?
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Screening or documented testing history as part of the PPE