NATA-BOC Head and Spine Injury Management 2

Question 1

According to the most current concussion consensus guidelines, which symptom most reliably indicates an athlete should be immediately removed from play?

Accepted Answer

Any observable signs of confusion or disorientation

Answer

Headache that resolves within 5 minutes

Answer

Mild sensitivity to light

Answer

Difficulty remembering the score of the game

Question 2

An athlete sustains a concussion and is being monitored. Which finding would necessitate emergency transport to a hospital?

Accepted Answer

Progressive deterioration of consciousness

Answer

Persistent headache that does not worsen

Answer

One episode of vomiting immediately after impact

Answer

Inability to recall events of the previous day

Question 3

Which grading scale has been recommended for sideline concussion assessment by the Concussion in Sport Group?

Accepted Answer

Sport Concussion Assessment Tool (SCAT)

Answer

Cantu Grading Scale

Answer

American Academy of Neurology Grade System

Answer

Glasgow Coma Scale

Question 4

An athletic trainer is managing an athlete with a suspected cervical spine injury in a football helmet and shoulder pads. According to current best practices, what should be done with the equipment?

Accepted Answer

Leave both in place; remove the facemask only

Answer

Remove both the helmet and shoulder pads before transport

Answer

Remove the helmet but leave the shoulder pads

Answer

Remove the shoulder pads but leave the helmet

Question 5

Which of the following best describes second impact syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Diffuse cerebral swelling after a second concussion before the first has resolved

Answer

Two concussions occurring in the same season

Answer

Post-concussion syndrome lasting more than 3 months

Answer

Bilateral subdural hematomas from repeated impacts

Question 6

During the return-to-play protocol after concussion, at which step is resistance training first introduced?

Accepted Answer

Step 4: Non-contact training drills

Answer

Step 2: Light aerobic exercise

Answer

Step 3: Sport-specific exercise

Answer

Step 5: Full-contact practice