MARYLAND ATHLETIC TRAINER LICENSING EXAM
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) Q&A 2026 |INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1.
Which structure primarily stabilizes a joint?
A. Muscles
B. Ligaments
C. Tendons
D. Skin
Rationale: Ligaments connect bone to bone and provide joint
stability.
Correct answer: B
2.
What is the first step in managing an acute sports injury?
A. Heat application
B. Rehabilitation exercises
C. Protection and rest
D. Strength training
Rationale: Immediate protection prevents further damage.
Correct answer: C
3.
,What does RICE stand for in injury management?
A. Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
B. Repair, Ice, Circulation, Exercise
C. Rest, Immobilize, Care, Exercise
D. Recovery, Ice, Compression, Evaluation
Rationale: RICE is standard acute injury protocol.
Correct answer: A
4.
Which bone is commonly fractured in the forearm?
A. Femur
B. Tibia
C. Radius
D. Scapula
Rationale: Radius fractures are common in falls.
Correct answer: C
5.
What is the primary function of the ACL?
A. Prevent ankle rotation
B. Stabilize shoulder
C. Prevent anterior tibial translation
D. Flex the knee
,Rationale: ACL prevents forward movement of tibia.
Correct answer: C
6.
Which symptom is most indicative of a concussion?
A. Muscle hypertrophy
B. Headache and confusion
C. Bone deformity
D. Skin rash
Rationale: Concussion affects cognitive function.
Correct answer: B
7.
Which energy system is used during a 100-meter sprint?
A. Aerobic system
B. ATP-PC system
C. Glycolytic system
D. Oxidative system
Rationale: Short bursts rely on ATP-PC system.
Correct answer: B
8.
, What is the normal range of motion for knee flexion?
A. 0–45°
B. 0–90°
C. 0–135°
D. 0–180°
Rationale: Knee flexion typically reaches ~135°.
Correct answer: C
9.
Which tissue heals the fastest?
A. Cartilage
B. Ligament
C. Muscle
D. Tendon
Rationale: Muscle has rich blood supply.
Correct answer: C
10.
What is the primary purpose of taping an ankle?
A. Increase flexibility
B. Prevent infection
C. Provide support and stability
D. Replace ligaments
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) Q&A 2026 |INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1.
Which structure primarily stabilizes a joint?
A. Muscles
B. Ligaments
C. Tendons
D. Skin
Rationale: Ligaments connect bone to bone and provide joint
stability.
Correct answer: B
2.
What is the first step in managing an acute sports injury?
A. Heat application
B. Rehabilitation exercises
C. Protection and rest
D. Strength training
Rationale: Immediate protection prevents further damage.
Correct answer: C
3.
,What does RICE stand for in injury management?
A. Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
B. Repair, Ice, Circulation, Exercise
C. Rest, Immobilize, Care, Exercise
D. Recovery, Ice, Compression, Evaluation
Rationale: RICE is standard acute injury protocol.
Correct answer: A
4.
Which bone is commonly fractured in the forearm?
A. Femur
B. Tibia
C. Radius
D. Scapula
Rationale: Radius fractures are common in falls.
Correct answer: C
5.
What is the primary function of the ACL?
A. Prevent ankle rotation
B. Stabilize shoulder
C. Prevent anterior tibial translation
D. Flex the knee
,Rationale: ACL prevents forward movement of tibia.
Correct answer: C
6.
Which symptom is most indicative of a concussion?
A. Muscle hypertrophy
B. Headache and confusion
C. Bone deformity
D. Skin rash
Rationale: Concussion affects cognitive function.
Correct answer: B
7.
Which energy system is used during a 100-meter sprint?
A. Aerobic system
B. ATP-PC system
C. Glycolytic system
D. Oxidative system
Rationale: Short bursts rely on ATP-PC system.
Correct answer: B
8.
, What is the normal range of motion for knee flexion?
A. 0–45°
B. 0–90°
C. 0–135°
D. 0–180°
Rationale: Knee flexion typically reaches ~135°.
Correct answer: C
9.
Which tissue heals the fastest?
A. Cartilage
B. Ligament
C. Muscle
D. Tendon
Rationale: Muscle has rich blood supply.
Correct answer: C
10.
What is the primary purpose of taping an ankle?
A. Increase flexibility
B. Prevent infection
C. Provide support and stability
D. Replace ligaments
