IHSA Infection Control & Prevention 3

Question 1

A wrestler develops a skin rash in the groin area with satellite lesions extending beyond the main ring-shaped patch. The MOST likely diagnosis is:

Accepted Answer

Tinea cruris (jock itch)

Answer

Tinea cruris is a dermatophyte infection of the groin characterized by ring-shaped lesions that may have satellite pustules and extend to the inner thighs.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of engineering controls used to reduce bloodborne pathogen exposure in an athletic training setting?

Accepted Answer

Using a biohazard sharps disposal container for lancets

Answer

Engineering controls are physical devices that isolate or remove hazards; a puncture-resistant sharps container prevents needlestick injuries at the source.

Question 3

A coach is helping an injured athlete in an outdoor setting and has no gloves available. The BEST immediate alternative to protect against bloodborne pathogens is to:

Accepted Answer

Use a plastic bag or multiple layers of gauze as a barrier

Answer

When gloves are unavailable, impermeable barriers such as plastic bags or thick layers of gauze reduce direct skin contact with blood.

Question 4

The incubation period for herpes gladiatorum (HSV-1) after initial exposure in wrestlers is typically:

Accepted Answer

2–14 days

Answer

HSV-1 has an incubation period of approximately 2–14 days from exposure to the appearance of primary lesions.

Question 5

Which decontamination level is appropriate for shared athletic mouthguards?

Accepted Answer

High-level disinfection

Answer

Mouthguards are semi-critical items that contact mucous membranes and require at minimum high-level disinfection (or ideally sterilization if heat-tolerant).

(IHSA) Infrastructure Health & Safety Association Certified Coach Practice Test

(IHSA) Infrastructure Health & Safety Association Certified Coach Practice Test

IHSA Infection Control & Prevention 3