NATA-BOC Practice Questions 4

Question 1

Which ligament is tested with the valgus stress test applied at 30° of knee flexion?

Accepted Answer

Medial collateral ligament

Answer

The valgus stress test at 30° of flexion isolates the medial collateral ligament by unlocking the joint and reducing bony stability.

Question 2

A swimmer presents with shoulder impingement signs. Which therapeutic exercise is CONTRAINDICATED early in rehabilitation?

Accepted Answer

Full-arc overhead pressing above 90°

Answer

Full-arc overhead pressing narrows the subacromial space and can exacerbate impingement symptoms early in rehab.

Question 3

During documentation, which format is used by most athletic trainers and follows the 'Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan' structure?

Accepted Answer

SOAP

Answer

The SOAP note format is the standard clinical documentation method covering Subjective, Objective, Assessment, and Plan.

Question 4

A wrestler complains of acute low back pain after a match. The slump test is positive. Which structure is MOST likely involved?

Accepted Answer

Intervertebral disc with nerve root compression

Answer

A positive slump test indicates tension on neural structures, suggesting disc herniation with nerve root involvement.

Question 5

What is the primary goal of the preparticipation physical examination (PPE)?

Accepted Answer

To identify conditions that may predispose an athlete to injury or illness

Answer

The PPE's primary goal is to identify conditions that could increase risk of injury, illness, or sudden cardiac death during sport participation.

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