NATA-BOC NATA-BOC Pharmacology and Drug Management

Question 1

Which class of drugs is primarily responsible for reducing inflammation by inhibiting cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes?

Accepted Answer

NSAIDs

Answer

Corticosteroids

Answer

Opioids

Answer

Antihistamines

Question 2

A student-athlete tests positive for a banned stimulant on a drug screening. Which organization's list should an athletic trainer consult to verify prohibited substances in collegiate sports?

Accepted Answer

NCAA

Answer

WADA

Answer

NATA

Answer

USADA

Question 3

Which route of drug administration provides the fastest onset of action in an emergency situation?

Accepted Answer

Intravenous

Answer

Oral

Answer

Topical

Answer

Intramuscular

Question 4

An athlete is prescribed a corticosteroid injection for patellar tendinopathy. Which potential side effect should the athletic trainer monitor for following the injection?

Accepted Answer

Tendon weakening

Answer

Hypoglycemia

Answer

Bradycardia

Answer

Hyponatremia

Question 5

Which medication is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis in an athletic setting?

Accepted Answer

Epinephrine

Answer

Diphenhydramine

Answer

Albuterol

Answer

Prednisone

Question 6

A pitcher complains of gastric irritation after using ibuprofen daily for elbow pain. Which drug category would be a safer alternative to minimize gastrointestinal side effects?

Accepted Answer

COX-2 selective inhibitors

Answer

Opioid analgesics

Answer

Beta-blockers

Answer

Muscle relaxants