Chap 32

Question 1

. Childhood diseases can be prevented by immunization given between
a. 6 months and 12 months.
b. birth and 36 months.
c. birth and 18 months.
d. 12 months and 36 months.

Answer 1

C

Question 2

2. Childhood viral diseases that can be prevented through vaccination include each of the following EXCEPT
   a. tetanus.
   b. rubeola.
   c. varicella.
   d. influenza.

Answer 2

A

Question 3

. Diphtheria and tetanus shots should be repeated every
a. 2 years.
b. 5 years.
c. 8 years.
d. 10 years.

Answer 3

D

Question 4

4. Headache, fatigue, loss of appetite, enlarged lymph nodes, swollen glands, and enlarged spleen are all signs of
   a. diphtheria
   b. chronic fatigue syndrome
   c. mononucleosis
   d. hepatitis B

Answer 4

C

Question 5

5. Sharing water bottles and improperly disinfecting water containers used during practices can increase the risk of _____ among athletes.
   a. viral meningitis
   b. syphilis
   c. herpes
   d. rubella

Answer 5

A

Question 6

6. Signs and symptoms of diphtheria are most often associated with the
   a. immune system.
   b. cardiovascular system.
   c. upper gastrointestinal system.
   d. respiratory system.

Answer 6

D

Question 7

7. An athlete receives a puncture wound. What should you make sure the athlete has had in the past 10 years?
   a. A tetanus vaccination
   b. A rubeola vaccination
   c. A tuberculosis test
   d. A hepatitis B vaccination

Answer 7

A

Question 8

8. The cause of chickenpox is
   a. the human herpes virus 2.
   b. the human herpes virus 3.
   c. hepatitis B.
   d. hepatitis C.

Answer 8

B

Question 9

9. The condition characterized by flat red spots on the trunk and scalp, which turn into raised bumps within 24 to 48 hours is
   a. German measles.
   b. measles.
   c. chickenpox.
   d. mumps.

Answer 9

C

Question 10

10. Which of the following is NOT an airborne disease?
    a. Influenza
    b. Mumps
    c. Measles
    d. Polio

Answer 10

D

Question 11

11. Epstein–Barr virus is considered a
    a. type of herpes.
    b. type of hepatitis.
    c. bacterial infection.
    d. noncontagious disease.

Answer 11

A

Question 12

12. “Chronic fatigue syndrome” and ________ have similar signs and symptoms.
    a. viral meningitis
    b. hepatitis B
    c. infectious mononucleosis
    d. herpes simplex I

Answer 12

C

Question 13

13. The HBV virus can survive for _____ in dried blood or on contaminated surfaces.
    a. 3 days
    b. 7 days
    c. 10 days
    d. 0 days (cannot survive)

Answer 13

B

Question 14

14. The HIV virus primarily attacks
    a. the liver.
    b. monocytes.
    c. lymphocytes.
    d. erythrocytes.

Answer 14

C

Question 15

15. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of diphtheria?
    a. abdominal rigidity
    b. enlarged cervical lymph nodes
    c. rasping cough
    d. strong, foul odor to the breath

Answer 15

A

Question 16

16. An athlete who has mononucleosis is forbidden to engage in any type of contact or collision activity for fear of
    a. injury to the kidneys.
    b. chronic fatigue.
    c. injury to the spleen.
    d. relapse.

Answer 16

C

Question 17

17. The single best way an athletic trainer can decrease the risk of acquiring an infectious disease is by
    a. staying physically fit.
    b. following a nutritious diet.
    c. getting an HBV vaccination series.
    d. following good hand washing practices.

Answer 17

D

Question 18

18. A 22-year-old volleyball player has had a sore throat, low-grade fever, swollen glands, and fatigue for the past 10 days. A throat culture was negative; however, the physical examination revealed an enlarged spleen. What condition does the volleyball player most likely have?
    a. Influenza
    b. Pharyngitis
    c. Pneumonia
    d. Infectious mononucleosis

Answer 18

D

Question 19

19. Which of the following activities would an athlete with infectious mononucleosis most likely be forbidden to perform?
    a. Monitored baseball
    b. Monitored swimming
    c. Archery
    d. Diving

Answer 19

D

Question 20

20. Signs and symptoms of the HIV-AIDS virus include each of the following EXCEPT
    a. dry cough.
    b. weight gain.
    c. fatigue.
    d. skin lesions.

Answer 20

B

Question 21

21. Nuchal rigidity is a sign associated with viral meningitis and is characterized by
    a. a stiff neck.
    b. altered mental status.
    c. general muscle pain.
    d. decreased coordination.

Answer 21

A

Question 22

22. The most common bacterial STD in the United States is
    a. gonorrhea.
    b. candidiasis.
    c. chlamydia.
    d. trichomoniasis.

Answer 22

C

Question 23

23. Unlike herpes and HPV, chlamydia can be prevented through use of
    a. corticosteroids.
    b. a condom.
    c. an intrauterine device.
    d. spermicides.

Answer 23

B

Question 24

24. A visible, painless ulcer or chancre at the site of entry is characteristic of which STD?
    a. Chlamydia
    b. Gonorrhea
    c. Herpes
    d. Syphilis

Answer 24

D

Question 25

25. Acquired immune deficiency syndrome can be transmitted in all of the following manners EXCEPT a. casual contact with an individual with AIDS. b. passage from the mother to an unborn child through the placenta. c. receiving blood or other blood-product transfusions from an individual with AIDS. d. using infected hypodermic needles when injecting drugs.

Answer 25

A

Question 26

26. Infectious mononucleosis is caused by which organism? a. Adenoviruses b. Epstein–Barr virus c. Herpes simplex I d. Herpes virus II

Answer 26

B

Question 27

27. A contagious disease that produces a rash on the face and body, rhinitis, photophobia, and fever is a. chickenpox b. German measles c. measles d. mumps

Answer 27

C

Question 28

28. Chickenpox is communicable from ___ day(s) before to ___ days after the appearance of the first vesicles. a. 0; 5 b. 5; 5 c. 5; 10 d. 10; 10

Answer 28

B

Question 29

29. The immediate management for Haemophilus influenzae type b is a. intravenous antibiotics. b. rest and plenty of fluids. c. NSAIDs. d. oral antibiotics.

Answer 29

A

Question 30

30. The incubation period for rubella is a. 1 to 5 days. b. 7 to 18 days. c. 13 to 17 days. d. 14 to 23 days

Answer 30

D

Question 31

31. True or False? If a puncture wound is sustained, a tetanus booster shot is recommended as soon as possible within 72 hours if the time of the previous booster is more than 5 years. a. True b. False

Answer 31

A

Question 32

32. True or False? Polio is inflammation of the white matter of the spinal cord and results in spinal and muscle paralysis. a. True b. False

Answer 32

B

Question 33

33. True or False? Chickenpox is caused by the human herpes virus 3 (varicella zoster). a. True b. False

Answer 33

A

Question 34

34. True or False? It is not uncommon for an individual with viral meningitis to report pain with neck flexion. a. True b. False

Answer 34

A

Question 35

35. True or False? Jaundice and a rubella-like rash are present in about 90% of patients with infectious mononucleosis. a. True b. False

Answer 35

B

Question 36

36. True or False? If the spleen is not markedly enlarged or painful and liver function is normal, easy training may be resumed 3 weeks after the onset of mononucleosis. a. True b. False

Answer 36

A

Question 37

37. True or False? Diphtheria is an acute, life-threatening infectious disease. a. True b. False

Answer 37

A

Question 38

38. True or False? There is no specific drug therapy to cure hepatitis, although there is a vaccine for immunization against the virus. a. True b. False

Answer 38

A

Question 39

39. True or False? Sharing water bottles and using blood-stained towels from an injury can transmit the HIV and other infections, such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C, herpes, and cytomegalovirus. a. True b. False

Answer 39

A

Question 40

40. True or False? A soft pinkish red lesion with a cauliflower-like appearance is characteristic of genital herpes. a. True b. False

Answer 40

B

Question 41

41. True or False? Tetanus spores usually invade the body through a puncture wound. a. True b. False

Answer 41

A

Question 42

42. True or False? Individuals of age 18 to 24 years should receive booster shots for measles, mumps, and rubella. a. True b. False

Answer 42

A

Question 43

43. True or False? In women, many STDs are asymptomatic until the more serious pelvic inflammatory disease occurs. a. True b. False

Answer 43

A

Question 44

44. True or False? Bloodstain in any amount on a uniform requires immediate removal of a participant from a game for a uniform change. a. True b. False

Answer 44

B

Question 45

45. True or False? Syphilis is spread from open lesions through penile-vaginal, oral-genital, or genital-anal contact. a. True b. False

Answer 45

A

Question 46

46. True or False? Chronic lower abdominal pain that increases sharply with exercise is a sign of pelvic inflammatory disease. a. True b. False

Answer 46

A

Question 47

47. True or False? The treatment for gonorrhea is penicillin drugs. a. True b. False

Answer 47

A

Question 48

48. True or False? Genital warts are caused by the human papillomavirus. a. True b. False

Answer 48

A

Question 49

49. A swimmer has been diagnosed with infectious mononucleosis. What is the treatment protocol for this athlete, and how will it be determined when the athlete can return to swimming?

Answer 49

Answer: Anti-inflammatory medication may be used to control headaches, fever, and general muscle aches and pains. Lozenges, saltwater gargles, and viscous lidocaine (Xylocaine) can ease throat pain. If the spleen is not markedly enlarged or painful, and liver function is normal as determined by appropriate lab tests, limited physical training may be resumed 3 weeks after the onset of the illness, with strenuous exercise occurring in another 1 to 2 weeks.

Question 50

50. What are the common signs and symptoms associated with AIDS?

Answer 50

Answer: The signs and symptoms include: a. Persistent fever or night sweats b. A persistent, dry cough unrelated to smoking c. Unexplained weight loss and loss of appetite d. Persistent, unexplained diarrhea or bloody stools e. Extreme fatigue not explained by physiological activity or mental depression f. Easy bruising or atypical bleeding from any opening on the body g. Blotches or bumps on or under the skin h. White spots or unusual blemishes in the mouth i. Persistent, severe headaches

Question 51

51. Identify the best defenses for preventing HIV infection.

Answer 51

Answer: The best defenses include education about safe-sex practices and the use of condoms, and practicing universal precautions in dealing with blood and blood products.

Question 52

52. Identify the signs and symptoms of hepatitis.

Answer 52

Answer: Early symptoms include mild flulike symptoms such as malaise, fatigue, and loss of appetite. Progressive signs include severe fatigue, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, general muscle and joint pain, high fever, vomiting, severe abdominal pain, and dark urine. Among the most notable signs is a yellowing of the whites of the eyes, and a yellowish or jaundiced skin appearance in light-complexioned individuals.

Question 53

53. Should an individual who has been tested HIV+ be permitted to participate in an organized sports program?

Answer 53

Answer: The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991 states that athletes infected with HIV cannot be discriminated against and may be excluded from participation only on sound medical grounds.