Infectious Disease
Which condition is carried in the throat, transmitted to another person via saliva, and is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus? Why can't they play until cleared?
Mono; ruptured spleen
liver (but also some in kidneys and blood)
During a preparticipation physical, the team physician comes across a basketball player with the following profile: The athlete is tall with an arm span greater than his height, pectus carinatum or excavatum, high arched palate, and myopia. What is the probable diagnosis?
Marfans Syndrome
corns usually appear on what toes?
4th and 5th
Should you use tap water for traumatic wounds with exposed bone or tendon?
No- use saline
Russell's sign is indicative of what condition?
bulimia nervosa
An athlete who is experiencing purulent nasal drainage that is yellow, green, or brown may have which of the following conditions?
bacterial sinusitis
Can you give a child aspirin?
NO! Reyes syndrome (can be fatal)- that also means no Bismuth subsalicylate (Kaopectate, Pepto-Bismol )
damage of striated muscle due to elevated creatine . leading to renal failure and the classic symptom of coca cola colored urine
Rhabdomyolysis
Bulls Eye Rash is indicative of what disease?
Lyme
WHat temperature should the cleansing solution be when delivered to the wound bed?
between 98.6-107.6
Immunization against the hepatitis B virus will also prevent the manifestation of which of the following viruses?
a. Hepatitis A
b. Hepatitis C
c. Hepatitis D
d. HIV
e. Human papillomavirus
c. Hepatitis D
What are the appropriate procedures to follow when cleaning bloodborne pathogens from wrestling mats?
a. Spray contaminated area with alcohol.
b. Spray contaminated area with 1:10 bleach solution.
c. Spray area with alcohol and water solution.
d. Place soiled materials in waste receptacle.
e. Place saturated materials in biohazard trash.
f. Clean area with soap and water.
b, d, e, f
Tylenol is an NSAID. T/F
False
How may an urinary tract infection be avoided in a female athlete?
Practicing sanitary bowel and bladder habits (do not hold it)
What is the ABCDE of skin cancer?
Assymetry, border (irregular), color, diameter, evolving
How long should wound closure strips remain on?
5-10 days
Under which of the following environmental conditions would an undiagnosed patient with sickle-cell trait be at most risk?
a. Hot, humid environment
b. Cold, dry environment
c. High-altitude environment
d. Cold, humid environment
e. A and C
e. A and C
What is the virus that causes infectious mono? Can a person still compete?
Epstein Barr Virus (EBV), no! (enlarged spleen)
The treatment of choice for EIB is an inhaled corticosteroid from a metered dose inhaler taken 15 to 30 minutes before the onset of exercise or as needed during exercise. True or False
FALSE - albuterol 30 min prior
A fasting glucose of what is considered diabetes?
126 mg/dl
Methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus is known as CA-MRSA in the active population. An athlete with a confirmed case of MRSA may return to play when which of the following occurs?
Infected region is completely infection free.
Where do most people carry staph?
nostrils
If an athlete has an allergic reaction to a penicillin, there is a possibility that he or she will also be allergic to
Cephalosporins (macrolides are ok)
Which is often fatal- viral or bacterial meningitis?
bacterial meningitis
Most drug absorption occurs from the small intestine due to the high surface area of absorption. true/false
True
What is hypertensive crisis blood pressure?
180/120
Which of the following topical fungal conditions is categorized as a yeast disorder rather than a true fungal infection?
a. tinea cruris
b. tinea corporis
c. tinea unguium
d. tinea versicolor
d. tinea versicolor
Which of the following medications can contribute to heat-related illnesses?
a. Proton pump inhibitors
b. Antiemetics
c. Beta-blockers and antihistamines
d. Anti-inflammatories
e. Antibacterials
c. Beta-blockers and antihistamines
A cross-country runner is being started on a tetracycline antibiotic for acne. What adverse effect would the athletic trainer be most concerned about?
photosensitivity
All of the following types of infection are transmitted through the air except:
a. Meningitis
b. Pneumonia
c. Tuberculosis
d. Scarlet fever
e. Malaria
Malaria
Which classification of antibiotics has been linked to tendon ruptures, thus making them of specific concern to the athletic population?
flouroquinolones
What 3 symptoms constitute Female Athlete Triad?
Osteoporosis, ammenorrhea, disordered eating
What is the classic sign of Impetigo contagiosa?
"honey-colored" crusts
A patient has fruity smelling breath and excessive thirst this could be a sign of
diabetes and going into diabetic coma
The use of oral decongestants such as pseudoephedrine in certain patients is not recommended due to its potential to exacerbate other disease states. Patients with which condition should not use an oral decongestant?
uncontrolled hypertension
Genital warts are caused by which of the following?
a. HIV
b. Herpes I virus
c. Herpes II virus
d. Chlamydia
e. Human papillomavirus
e. Human papillomavirus
What is the maximum daily limit on acetaminophen?
4000mg
What are the causes of iron deficiency (anemia) in athletes?
Heelstrike hemolysis also called
Runner's anemia
What's another name for jock itch?
tinea cruris
Sports hematuria is a medical emergency. True or False
False
What is the biggest risk factor of Marfan Syndrome?
Dissected aorta
What infection do you have to have if you have herpes zoster?
herpes zoster (shingles) comes from chicken pox
β-blockers are banned by the NCAA for athletes participating in:
a. Golf.
b. Rifle competitions.
c. Tennis.
d. Basketball.
rifle competitions (blocks adrenaline responses, banned especially in precision sports)
Disorder characterized by vasospasm of the arteries, primarily in the hands; can also affect the feet, nose, and ears
Raynauds
dermatitis caused by excessive exposure to cold; tissue does not freeze but acts with edema, reddening, possibly blistering and a sensation of burning and itching after exposure to cold
chillblains
What disorder has a classic butterfly rash?
Systemic Lupus (SLE)
Adverse effects of anabolic-androgenic steroids in female athletes include:
Adverse effects of anabolic-androgenic steroids in female athletes include: