CHAPTER 23



CHAPTER 23

Additional Health Concerns and General Medical Conditions

MULTPILE CHOICE

1. Athlete’s foot is also known as:

E, K A. tinea pedis. C. tinea corporis.

(534) B. tinea unguium. D. tinea cruris.

2. Which of the following is NOT a fungal infection?

M, K A. Tinea cruris C. Ringworm

(531) B. Athletes foot D. Herpes

3. Sports during this season may require that athletes have influenza vaccines:

E, K A. Winter C. Summer

(537) B. Spring D. Fall

4. Flu generally has an incubation period of:

M, K A. 24 hours C. 72 hours

(537) B. 48 hours D. 4 days

5. An acute seasonal allergic condition that results from airborne pollens is:

E, K A. asthma. C. hay fever.

(538) B. bronchitis. D. anaphylaxis.

6. Hay fever may be relieved by:

M, A A. aspirin. C. breathing into a paper bag.

(538) B. antihistamines. D. nasal vasodilators.

7. Which of the following is not a characteristic of a bronchial asthma attack?

M, K A. Hyperventilation C. Dizziness

(539) B. Coughing D. Anaphylaxis

8. Which sport produces the least bronchospasm for an asthmatic athlete?

M, K A. Cross-country running C. Swimming

(539) B. Soccer D. Wrestling

9. Which of the following is not a symptom of a diabetic coma?

M, K A. Labored breathing C. Fruity-smelling breath

(545) B. Thirst D. Moist, cool, and pale skin

10. Which of the following are signs of insulin shock?

M, K A. Physical weakness C. Drooping eyelids

(544) B. Moist and pale skin D. All of the above

11. Which of the following is not a symptom of insulin shock?

M, A A. Fruity-smelling breath

(544) B. Moist, pale skin

C. Normal or shallow respirations

D. Physical weakness

12. Crisis symptoms for sickle cell anemia include all of the following symptoms

M, K except:

(543) A. severe pain in the limbs and abdomen.

B. hyperactivity.

C. fever.

D. skin pallor.

13. The syndrome identified by cramps, nausea, lower abdominal pain, and

M, K headache during menstruation is called:

(558) A. amenorrhea. C. dysmenorrhea.

B. oligomenorrhea. D. menorrhagia.

14. Side effects from taking extra oral contraceptive pills to delay menstruation

M, K during competition include all of the following except:

(559) A. dehydration. C. double vision.

B. hypertension. D. nausea.

15. Which of the following stems from an upper respiratory infection?

M, K A. Pharyngitis C. Flu

(536) B. Sinusitis D. Atopic rhinitis

16. Which of the following is not a part of management during a seizure?

M, A A. Restrain the athlete so he/she does not hurt himself/herself.

(545) B. Loosen restrictive clothing.

C. Cushion the athletes fall.

D. Allow the athlete to awaken normally.

17. All of these conditions occur in an anemic individual except:

M, K A. increased fatigue.

(543) B. nausea.

C. decline in performance.

D. increased oxygen carrying capacity of molecules.

18. The female athlete triad includes all of the following except:

M, K A. osteoporosis. C. amenorrhea.

(558) B. dysmenorrhea. D. disordered eating.

19. Food poisoning is also known as:

M, K A. dyspepsia. C. gastroenteritis.

(542) B. hypertension. D. malaise.

20. In teens, the excessive use of anabolic steroids will cause all of the

M, K following except:

(551) A. acne.

B. premature closure of long bones.

C. hirsutism .

D. decreased male mammary glands.

21. Smokeless tobacco can cause all of the following except:

M, K A. addiction. C. decreased reaction time.

(555) B. oral and throat cancer. D. elevated heart rate.

22. The use of marijuana can lead to all of the following except:

M, K A. respiratory diseases. C. a decrease in pulse rate.

(556) B. cancer. D. a diminished sperm count.

23. Drugs that help you keep a steady hand, decrease the heart rate, and keep

M, K nervousness to a minimum are called:

(550) A. corticosteriods. C. enzymes.

B. narcotic analgesics. D. beta blockers.

24. An athlete who presents with symptoms of a high fever, stiff neck, photophobia,

M, K intense headache, and sensitivity to sound may be suffering from:

(546) A. meningitis. C. bronchitis.

B. sinusitis. D. tonsilitis.

25. Which of the following is NOT caused by a bacterial infection?

M, K A. Furuncle C. Folliculitis

(533) B. Tinea Corporis D. Impetigo

26. A sudden vascular reaction of the skin resulting in the formation of wheals is

M, K known as:

(538) A. angioedema. C. urticaria.

B. anaphylaxis. D. rhinitis.

27. Which of the following is NOT used in the treatment of athletes’ foot?

M, K A. Keep feet dry and use talcum powder.

(536) B. Wear clean black socks, changing them daily.

C. Use over the counter medications in the early stages of infection.

D. Keep shoes dry by dusting them with powder.

TRUE/FALSE

28. Reproduction of viruses can take place only within a living cell.

M, K

(531)

29. Tinea cruris is commonly called “jock rash”.

E, K

(533)

30. The onset of menarche may be delayed by strenuous training and competition.

M, K

(557)

31. Bronchial asthma is characterized by a spasm of the bronchial smooth muscles,

M, K edema, and inflammation of the mucous lining.

(539)

32. In athletes suffering from exercise-induced asthma, intermittent running tends

M, K to cause more severe bronchospasms than does long continuous running.

(539)

F 33. Diabetic athletes engaging in vigorous physical activity should not eat before

M, A exercising.

(544)

34. Hypertension, or high blood pressure, that is uncontrolled for a long period of

M, K time can lead to disease of the cardiovascular system.

(546)

35. Dysmenorrhea is caused by ischemia or a possible hormonal imbalance.

M, K

(558)

36. Androstenedione has been proven to enhance performance by increasing

M, K testosterone production.

(552)

37. Women athletes who are amenorrheal may prematurely lose bone mass, a loss

M, K that may increase risks of fractures.

(557)

38. Signs of the common cold include malaise, headache, sneezing, and nasal

E, K discharge. Medical care includes treating those symptoms.

(535)

39. Everyone who has epilepsy should be prohibited from participation in a contact

M, K sport.

(545)

40. Mononucleosis is a viral infection transmitted through saliva and is characterized

M, K by an increase in fatigue and enlargement of the spleen.

(542)

41. A person with sickle cell anemia has red blood cells with less oxygen carrying

M, K potential; therefore they should not be allowed to participate in endurance

(543) activities.

42. Chlamydia, if left untreated, can result in pelvic inflammatory disease which

M, K can lead to infertility.

(560)

43. Signs and symptoms of gonorrhea usually disappear within 7 to 21 days after

M, K exposure.

(560)

44. Pregnant women may safely compete in athletics until the seventh month

M, A of gestation unless complications arise.

(559)

45. The physiological effects of creatine include increased intensity of a workout,

M, K stimulated protein synthesis, and decreased total cholesterol.

(553)

46. Smokeless tobacco is less addictive because the nicotine in smokeless tobacco

M, K is absorbed through mucous membranes. This results in lower nicotine levels in

(555) the blood.

47. Most narcotics used in medicine are derived from opium or are synthetically

M, K similar.

(550)

T 48. Marijuana contains cannabinoids that are stored in the body for weeks and

M, K can have cumulative effects.

(556)

49. The use of anabolic steroids in females can cause baldness, increased facial hair,

M, K and decreased breast size.

(551)

50. Not only is the use of blood re-injection in competition unethical, but when

M, K conducted by non-medical personnel, it could prove to be dangerous.

(553)

51. The best way to eliminate constipation is through a proper diet including

E, K cereals, fruits, vegetables, and fats.

(542)

52. Caffeine and amphetamines are common stimulants and can be used to increase

M, K performance.

(548)

53. The NCAA prohibits alcohol use by athletes.

E, K

(555)

54. A sickle cell crisis can be brought on by exposure to high altitudes or by

M, K elevated body temperatures.

(543)

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