ASEP Test
1. An athlete has early signs of anaphylactic shock after a bee sting at practice. He
self-administers his prescription epinephrine. He should
a. avoid physical activity for 24 hours
b. get immediate emergency medical help
c. resume activities only after being cleared by his doctor
d. rejoin the practice after his symptoms clear up completely
2. A linebacker takes a blow to the abdomen and seems unable to breathe. He is somewhat
panicked and disoriented. Which respiratory condition is the likely cause?
a. solar plexus spasm
b. anaphylactic shock
c. hyperventilation
d. asthma
3. Which of these is not a common trigger of asthma?
a. pet dander
b. caffeine
c. mold
d. cold
4. If your athlete has a severe throat contusion, you might hear
a. wheezing and gasping
b. voice changes
c. crunchy or grating sound when throat is touched
d. all of the above - ANSB.A.B.D.
1. An athlete makes the universal choking sign while chewing a piece of gum. You prepare to
perform the Heimlich maneuver by standing behind the athlete and making a fist with one hand.
Where should you place your fist before thrusting it inward and upward?
a. just below the navel
b. just above the navel
c. directly on the sternum
2. How far should you compress the chest when performing CPR on a teenager?
a. 1 inch
b. 1 1/2 inches
c. 2 inches
d. 2 1/2 inches
3. How does an AED device assist in life support?
a. It automates the rescue breathing process.
b. It acts as a pump to keep the circulation going.
c. It assesses the heart's electrical rhythm and delivers an electrical charge, if needed.
d. It performs chest compressions so that you can focus on breathing for the athlete. -
ANSB.C.C.
, 1. Emma could also experience discoloration around the affected elbow. 2. If numbness and
tingling disappear within a few minutes and grip strength is equal to the other side, you should
still send Emma to a physician. 3. Adequate preseason strength training would make Emma
less likely to experience this injury. - ANST.F.F.
1. If you suspect an athlete has a head or spine injury, move him or her carefully to a
comfortable position.
a. true
b. false
2. All of the following are preventative steps except
a. checking the condition of all athletes' helmets
b. prohibiting diving into shallow water
c. teaching football players how to tackle safely with their heads
d. mandating protective mouth guards for athletes in high-contact sports
e. requiring appropriately fitted helmets for football, hockey, baseball, softball, and lacrosse
3. An athlete sustains a hard blow to the head but doesn't seem to be suffering any immediate ill
effects. What should you do? (Mark all that apply.)
a. Treat for shock.
b. Call immediately for medical assistance.
c. Closely monitor the athlete for signs and symptoms of a head injury.
d. Inform the parents and provide them with a checklist of signs and symptoms to monitor. -
ANS1. False
2. C.
3. C,D.
1. Minor/petit mal seizures usually last for
a. several seconds
b. 1 to 2 minutes
c. 3 to 5 minutes
d. over 5 minutes
2. Which of the following substances is classified as a depressant?
a. creatine
b. ecstasy
c. cocaine
d. ketamine
3. Creatine can increase the risk of which of the following conditions?
a. nausea
b. high blood pressure
c. stroke
d. all of the above
4. Which of the following is not an appropriate step in first aid care for fainting (assume the
athlete is conscious)?
a. Send for emergency medical assistance if the athlete doesn't recover within a few minutes.
b. Have the athlete sit on a bench with his or her head between the knees.
c. Administer smelling salts.
d. Monitor and treat for shock if necessary. - ANSA.D.A.C.
1. An athlete has early signs of anaphylactic shock after a bee sting at practice. He
self-administers his prescription epinephrine. He should
a. avoid physical activity for 24 hours
b. get immediate emergency medical help
c. resume activities only after being cleared by his doctor
d. rejoin the practice after his symptoms clear up completely
2. A linebacker takes a blow to the abdomen and seems unable to breathe. He is somewhat
panicked and disoriented. Which respiratory condition is the likely cause?
a. solar plexus spasm
b. anaphylactic shock
c. hyperventilation
d. asthma
3. Which of these is not a common trigger of asthma?
a. pet dander
b. caffeine
c. mold
d. cold
4. If your athlete has a severe throat contusion, you might hear
a. wheezing and gasping
b. voice changes
c. crunchy or grating sound when throat is touched
d. all of the above - ANSB.A.B.D.
1. An athlete makes the universal choking sign while chewing a piece of gum. You prepare to
perform the Heimlich maneuver by standing behind the athlete and making a fist with one hand.
Where should you place your fist before thrusting it inward and upward?
a. just below the navel
b. just above the navel
c. directly on the sternum
2. How far should you compress the chest when performing CPR on a teenager?
a. 1 inch
b. 1 1/2 inches
c. 2 inches
d. 2 1/2 inches
3. How does an AED device assist in life support?
a. It automates the rescue breathing process.
b. It acts as a pump to keep the circulation going.
c. It assesses the heart's electrical rhythm and delivers an electrical charge, if needed.
d. It performs chest compressions so that you can focus on breathing for the athlete. -
ANSB.C.C.
, 1. Emma could also experience discoloration around the affected elbow. 2. If numbness and
tingling disappear within a few minutes and grip strength is equal to the other side, you should
still send Emma to a physician. 3. Adequate preseason strength training would make Emma
less likely to experience this injury. - ANST.F.F.
1. If you suspect an athlete has a head or spine injury, move him or her carefully to a
comfortable position.
a. true
b. false
2. All of the following are preventative steps except
a. checking the condition of all athletes' helmets
b. prohibiting diving into shallow water
c. teaching football players how to tackle safely with their heads
d. mandating protective mouth guards for athletes in high-contact sports
e. requiring appropriately fitted helmets for football, hockey, baseball, softball, and lacrosse
3. An athlete sustains a hard blow to the head but doesn't seem to be suffering any immediate ill
effects. What should you do? (Mark all that apply.)
a. Treat for shock.
b. Call immediately for medical assistance.
c. Closely monitor the athlete for signs and symptoms of a head injury.
d. Inform the parents and provide them with a checklist of signs and symptoms to monitor. -
ANS1. False
2. C.
3. C,D.
1. Minor/petit mal seizures usually last for
a. several seconds
b. 1 to 2 minutes
c. 3 to 5 minutes
d. over 5 minutes
2. Which of the following substances is classified as a depressant?
a. creatine
b. ecstasy
c. cocaine
d. ketamine
3. Creatine can increase the risk of which of the following conditions?
a. nausea
b. high blood pressure
c. stroke
d. all of the above
4. Which of the following is not an appropriate step in first aid care for fainting (assume the
athlete is conscious)?
a. Send for emergency medical assistance if the athlete doesn't recover within a few minutes.
b. Have the athlete sit on a bench with his or her head between the knees.
c. Administer smelling salts.
d. Monitor and treat for shock if necessary. - ANSA.D.A.C.
