ATC Acute Care 2

Question 1

An athlete sustains a suspected cervical spine injury and is unresponsive. What is the FIRST priority?

Accepted Answer

Establish an airway while maintaining cervical spine stabilization

Answer

Airway management takes priority in an unresponsive athlete while maintaining inline cervical spine stabilization to prevent further injury.

Question 2

Which type of shock is characterized by vasodilation and hypotension following a severe allergic reaction?

Accepted Answer

Anaphylactic shock

Answer

Anaphylactic shock results from a severe allergic response causing widespread vasodilation, histamine release, and potentially life-threatening hypotension.

Question 3

When assessing a potentially fractured long bone, the athletic trainer notes point tenderness, deformity, and crepitus. The next step should be:

Accepted Answer

Immobilize the limb and refer for imaging

Answer

Suspected fractures should be immobilized in the position found and referred for radiographic imaging to confirm diagnosis and rule out displacement.

Question 4

An athlete with heat exhaustion should be treated by:

Accepted Answer

Moving to a cool environment and oral rehydration if conscious

Answer

Heat exhaustion treatment involves moving the athlete to a cool environment, removing excess clothing, and providing oral fluids if they are conscious and able to swallow.

Question 5

The 'golden hour' concept in trauma care refers to:

Accepted Answer

The critical window for definitive care to optimize survival outcomes

Answer

The golden hour represents the critical period after a traumatic injury during which prompt medical intervention significantly improves the chance of survival.

(ATC) Certified Athletic Trainer Practice Test

(ATC) Certified Athletic Trainer Practice Test

ATC Acute Care 2