ATHLETIC TRAINING BOC |ACTUAL QUESTIONS
AND VERIFIED ANSWERS|BRAND NEW 2026-2027
UPDATE|GRADED A+
Question 1
An athlete presents with the following signs and symptoms:
1) Point tenderness on the dorsal aspect of the DIP joint
2) Unable to actively extend the DIP joint
*A ROM assessment reveals full passive extension of the DIP joint. Which finger injury may
be indicated by these signs and symptoms?
CORRECT ANSWER
mallet finger
Question 2
Appropriate management strategies for a tooth avulsion
CORRECT ANSWER
refer to dentist immediately, replace into the socket, rinse with milk
Question 3
Based on the Gate Control Theory, which transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation
parameters are MOST appropriate to provide pain relief?
CORRECT ANSWER
Intensity: sensory, pulse frequency 80 pps, pulse duration 75 microseconds
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, Question 4
What is the primary purpose of the pre-participation examination?
CORRECT ANSWER
identify risk factors that may predispose an athlete to serious illness or injury
Question 5
During the pre-participation examination, an athlete reports light headedness, dizziness,
nausea, and referred pain to the inferior angle of the right scapula. What condition should
the athletic trainer suspect?
CORRECT ANSWER
hepatomegaly
Question 6
A patient presents with the signs and symptoms of a L4-L5 disk herniation. Which of the
following neurologic assessments will aid the athletic trainer in the confirmation of the
diagnosis?
CORRECT ANSWER
paresthesia at the medial aspect of the tibia, paresthesia at the plantar surface of the foot,
weakness during big toe extension
Question 7
Which of the following are preventative measures to avoid a ruptured tympanic
membrane?
CORRECT ANSWER
aggressively treating otitis media, avoidance of foreign objects in the ear, use of head gear to
protect ear
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AND VERIFIED ANSWERS|BRAND NEW 2026-2027
UPDATE|GRADED A+
Question 1
An athlete presents with the following signs and symptoms:
1) Point tenderness on the dorsal aspect of the DIP joint
2) Unable to actively extend the DIP joint
*A ROM assessment reveals full passive extension of the DIP joint. Which finger injury may
be indicated by these signs and symptoms?
CORRECT ANSWER
mallet finger
Question 2
Appropriate management strategies for a tooth avulsion
CORRECT ANSWER
refer to dentist immediately, replace into the socket, rinse with milk
Question 3
Based on the Gate Control Theory, which transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation
parameters are MOST appropriate to provide pain relief?
CORRECT ANSWER
Intensity: sensory, pulse frequency 80 pps, pulse duration 75 microseconds
1
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, Question 4
What is the primary purpose of the pre-participation examination?
CORRECT ANSWER
identify risk factors that may predispose an athlete to serious illness or injury
Question 5
During the pre-participation examination, an athlete reports light headedness, dizziness,
nausea, and referred pain to the inferior angle of the right scapula. What condition should
the athletic trainer suspect?
CORRECT ANSWER
hepatomegaly
Question 6
A patient presents with the signs and symptoms of a L4-L5 disk herniation. Which of the
following neurologic assessments will aid the athletic trainer in the confirmation of the
diagnosis?
CORRECT ANSWER
paresthesia at the medial aspect of the tibia, paresthesia at the plantar surface of the foot,
weakness during big toe extension
Question 7
Which of the following are preventative measures to avoid a ruptured tympanic
membrane?
CORRECT ANSWER
aggressively treating otitis media, avoidance of foreign objects in the ear, use of head gear to
protect ear
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