SafeSport Physical Assessment Techniques 2

Question 1

When conducting a physical assessment of an athlete, which boundary is MOST important to maintain to prevent the appearance of misconduct?

Accepted Answer

Ensure another adult is present or visible during the assessment

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Always assess in a private, one-on-one setting

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Obtain verbal consent from the athlete only

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Conduct assessments only during practice hours

Question 2

A coach notices a swimmer has a possible shoulder injury and wants to assess range of motion. What is the appropriate first step?

Accepted Answer

Refer the athlete to a licensed healthcare professional

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Immediately palpate the shoulder to locate tenderness

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Ask the athlete to demonstrate full range of motion repeatedly

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Apply ice and reassess after 20 minutes

Question 3

Which of the following locker room assessment practices is PROHIBITED under SafeSport policies?

Accepted Answer

A coach entering a locker room alone with a single athlete for an injury check

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A trainer assessing an ankle sprain in the training room with the door open

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A certified athletic trainer conducting assessments with a colleague nearby

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A team physician examining athletes in a medical facility

Question 4

During a post-competition physical check, an athlete tells a team trainer they are uncomfortable with how the assessment is being conducted. What should the trainer do?

Accepted Answer

Immediately stop, acknowledge the athlete's concern, and involve another professional

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Explain that the assessment is medically necessary and continue

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Reassure the athlete and complete the assessment quickly

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Document the discomfort and reschedule for a later time

Question 5

Which scenario BEST illustrates appropriate use of physical contact during a sports assessment?

Accepted Answer

A certified athletic trainer checking an athlete's ankle stability with a colleague observing

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A trainer massaging an athlete's back in a private treatment room with no others present

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A coach assessing an athlete's flexibility by manually stretching their limbs without consent

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A volunteer assessing an athlete's hydration by checking skin turgor privately

Question 6

What does SafeSport require before any adult physically touches a minor athlete during an assessment?

Accepted Answer

Explanation of what will be touched and why, with the athlete's agreement

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Written consent from the team physician

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Approval from the head coach

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A signed waiver on file from the season start

Question 7

A physical therapist is working with a youth athlete and needs to assess the hip area for a suspected strain. Which precaution is MOST critical?

Accepted Answer

Ensuring a parent or guardian is present or has provided explicit consent for that specific assessment

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Conducting the assessment before parents arrive to save time

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Using only verbal instructions to avoid any physical contact

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Completing the assessment in under five minutes to minimize discomfort