BOC Exam Questions and Answers
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What is the primary goal of the R.I.C.E. method for treating sports injuries?
A) To increase flexibility
✔✔B) To reduce swelling and promote healing
C) To improve strength
D) To enhance performance
Which of the following is a key sign of a concussion?
A) Nausea after eating
✔✔B) Confusion or memory loss
C) Increased energy
D) Normal vision
What is the recommended fluid replacement during prolonged exercise?
A) Caffeinated beverages
B) Only water
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,✔✔C) Electrolyte-rich sports drinks
D) Soda
What should an athlete do if they experience a sudden sharp pain in the knee during a game?
✔✔A) Stop playing and seek medical evaluation
B) Continue playing to tough it out
C) Ice the area while continuing activity
D) Stretch the leg immediately
What is one of the main risks associated with rapid weight loss in athletes?
A) Increased muscle mass
✔✔B) Dehydration and nutrient deficiencies
C) Improved performance
D) Enhanced recovery
How can proper warm-up routines benefit athletes?
A) They are unnecessary
✔✔B) They prepare the body for physical activity and reduce injury risk
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,C) They tire athletes out
D) They only improve flexibility
What is the significance of using ice for acute injuries?
✔✔A) It helps reduce inflammation and numbs pain
B) It increases blood flow to the area
C) It promotes muscle growth
D) It has no effect on injury healing
Which type of stretching is recommended before athletic activity?
A) Static stretching
✔✔B) Dynamic stretching
C) Ballistic stretching
D) PNF stretching
What is the most common cause of shoulder injuries in overhead athletes?
✔✔A) Repetitive overhead motions
B) Lack of strength training
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, C) Poor nutrition
D) Excessive rest
How can athletes reduce the risk of developing stress fractures?
✔✔A) Gradually increasing training intensity and proper footwear
B) Avoiding weight-bearing exercises
C) Ignoring pain signals
D) Only doing cardio workouts
What is the primary function of a brace or splint in sports injuries?
A) To improve appearance
B) To limit range of motion
✔✔C) To stabilize and protect the injured area
D) To increase flexibility
How can athletes benefit from cross-training?
✔✔A) It helps prevent overuse injuries and enhances overall fitness
B) It focuses solely on one sport
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What is the primary goal of the R.I.C.E. method for treating sports injuries?
A) To increase flexibility
✔✔B) To reduce swelling and promote healing
C) To improve strength
D) To enhance performance
Which of the following is a key sign of a concussion?
A) Nausea after eating
✔✔B) Confusion or memory loss
C) Increased energy
D) Normal vision
What is the recommended fluid replacement during prolonged exercise?
A) Caffeinated beverages
B) Only water
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,✔✔C) Electrolyte-rich sports drinks
D) Soda
What should an athlete do if they experience a sudden sharp pain in the knee during a game?
✔✔A) Stop playing and seek medical evaluation
B) Continue playing to tough it out
C) Ice the area while continuing activity
D) Stretch the leg immediately
What is one of the main risks associated with rapid weight loss in athletes?
A) Increased muscle mass
✔✔B) Dehydration and nutrient deficiencies
C) Improved performance
D) Enhanced recovery
How can proper warm-up routines benefit athletes?
A) They are unnecessary
✔✔B) They prepare the body for physical activity and reduce injury risk
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,C) They tire athletes out
D) They only improve flexibility
What is the significance of using ice for acute injuries?
✔✔A) It helps reduce inflammation and numbs pain
B) It increases blood flow to the area
C) It promotes muscle growth
D) It has no effect on injury healing
Which type of stretching is recommended before athletic activity?
A) Static stretching
✔✔B) Dynamic stretching
C) Ballistic stretching
D) PNF stretching
What is the most common cause of shoulder injuries in overhead athletes?
✔✔A) Repetitive overhead motions
B) Lack of strength training
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, C) Poor nutrition
D) Excessive rest
How can athletes reduce the risk of developing stress fractures?
✔✔A) Gradually increasing training intensity and proper footwear
B) Avoiding weight-bearing exercises
C) Ignoring pain signals
D) Only doing cardio workouts
What is the primary function of a brace or splint in sports injuries?
A) To improve appearance
B) To limit range of motion
✔✔C) To stabilize and protect the injured area
D) To increase flexibility
How can athletes benefit from cross-training?
✔✔A) It helps prevent overuse injuries and enhances overall fitness
B) It focuses solely on one sport
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