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CATA Exam 2025 — Updated Study Guide, Practice
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Prepare for the CATA Exam 2025 with the latest study materials, sample questions, and
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An individual is said to have mild dehydration when fluids lost are less than ______ of body weight -
ANSWER-2%
True or false, mild dehydration does not impair cardiovascular and thermoregulatory responses in the
body - ANSWER-False
True or false, by the time thirst develops, the body is already dehydrated - ANSWER-True
True or false, athletes should have unlimited access to fluids during exercise - ANSWER-True
True or false, it has been shown that water is the most effective rehydrator - ANSWER-False, sports
drinks are shown to be more effective than just water alone
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True or false: for vigorous exercise lasting more than 1 hour, the addition of carbohydrates and
electrolytes in fluids does not enhance performance - ANSWER-False
A ______% carbohydrate solution is optimal for the quickest fluid absorption, however a concentration
that is greater than _____% will slow gastric emptying - ANSWER-6, 8
Normal sweat loss during exercises averages at ______ L per hour - ANSWER-1.5
Heat loss through evaporation becomes severely impaired at a humidity level of ________ and
practically stops when humidity reaches _______ - ANSWER-65%, 75%
List at least 3 factors that can affect an individual's sweat rate: - ANSWER-An athlete's height & weight,
heavier athletes sweat more
Degree of acclimatization
Level of fitness
Hydration status
Environmental conditions
Intensity & duration of activity
Heredity
Clothing
True or false, heat illness is not preventable - ANSWER-False
The easiest way to monitor hydration status is: - ANSWER-Checking the color of urine
It is recommended that athletes drink ________ cups of water or sports drink ______ hours before
exercise, and aprx _____ cup (s) of water or sports drink ________ minutes before exercise - ANSWER-2-
2.5 cups, 2-3 hours, 1 cup, 10-20min before
____________ is a condition involving fluid/electrolyte disorder that results in an abnormally low
concentration of sodium in the blood - ANSWER-Hyponatremia
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The condition listed above can be prevented by: - ANSWER-Ensuring that fluid intake does not exceed
fluid loss during exercise
The first ________ weeks of preseason has the greatest risk of exertional heat illness - ANSWER-2-3
True or False: acclimatization is about becoming accustomed to heat and exercising in hot temperatures -
ANSWER-True
Which of the following statements is true?
A 50% acclimatization can be achieved in first 5-6 days of training
For the 1-2 weeks of preseason, practice should be limited to 2hrs per day
Full equipment can be worn during the start of preseason, but practice times should be limited
Each practice should be broken down into 20min of work, followed by 20min of rest in the shade -
ANSWER-Each practice should be broken down into 20min of work, followed by 20min of rest in the
shade
True or false: men are more physiologically efficient at body temperature regulation - ANSWER-False,
women are more efficient
Which of the following factors would make an individual more susceptible to heat illness?
Low muscle mass
Underweight
Overweight
Being female - ANSWER-Overweight
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A soccer team is starting their pre-season training on a sunny day with a humidity of 50% & temperature
of 27 degrees Celsius. As the AT, what should your recommendation be to the coach in order to prevent
heat illness?
Tell them to reschedule the training as it is too hot
No precautions are necessary
Take at least 30min breaks each hour of exercising and have unlimited access to fluids
Take at least 15min breaks each hour of exercising and have unlimited access to fluids - ANSWER-Take at
least 15min breaks each hour of exercising and have unlimited access to fluids
True or false: heat rash occurs due to the skin being wet with unevaporated sweat and usually occurs in
localized areas that are covered by clothing. - ANSWER-True
Heat syncope is associated with which of the following clinical features? - ANSWER-Pooling of blood in
extremities, dizziness, nausea
A football athlete collapses during pre-season training in 27 degree weather with 75% humidity. They
have a pulse of 180bpm, rapid breathing, red hot skin, and seem disoriented when speaking to them.
What course of action needs to be taken? - ANSWER-Take emergency action to cool the athlete including
ice-water immersion, cold wet towels, or ice bags placed at neck, back of the knee, and axilla. Transfer to
hospital as soon as possible.
True or False: same-day returning to activity for an athlete exhibiting signs of exertional heat exhaustion
is not recommended. - ANSWER-True
____________is a genetically inherited muscle disorder that results in muscle breakdown when
exercising in hot environments - ANSWER-Malignant hyperthermia
___________ is a syndrome that is characterized by sudden catabolic destruction and degeneration of
skeletal muscle accompanied by leakage of muscle enzymes into the vascular system. It is associated
with the sickle-cell trait. - ANSWER-Acute exertional rhabdomyolysis
The combination of which 3 factors predisposes an athlete to hypothermia? - ANSWER-Cold air, wind,
dampness
CATA Exam 2025 — Updated Study Guide, Practice
Test Questions, and Canadian Athletic Therapists
Association Certification Requirements
Prepare for the CATA Exam 2025 with the latest study materials, sample questions, and
exam prep tips. Learn about Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA) certification
requirements, eligibility, and how to pass on your first try.
• CATA Exam 2025
• Canadian Athletic Therapists Association exam
• CATA certification requirements
• CATA practice test questions
An individual is said to have mild dehydration when fluids lost are less than ______ of body weight -
ANSWER-2%
True or false, mild dehydration does not impair cardiovascular and thermoregulatory responses in the
body - ANSWER-False
True or false, by the time thirst develops, the body is already dehydrated - ANSWER-True
True or false, athletes should have unlimited access to fluids during exercise - ANSWER-True
True or false, it has been shown that water is the most effective rehydrator - ANSWER-False, sports
drinks are shown to be more effective than just water alone
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True or false: for vigorous exercise lasting more than 1 hour, the addition of carbohydrates and
electrolytes in fluids does not enhance performance - ANSWER-False
A ______% carbohydrate solution is optimal for the quickest fluid absorption, however a concentration
that is greater than _____% will slow gastric emptying - ANSWER-6, 8
Normal sweat loss during exercises averages at ______ L per hour - ANSWER-1.5
Heat loss through evaporation becomes severely impaired at a humidity level of ________ and
practically stops when humidity reaches _______ - ANSWER-65%, 75%
List at least 3 factors that can affect an individual's sweat rate: - ANSWER-An athlete's height & weight,
heavier athletes sweat more
Degree of acclimatization
Level of fitness
Hydration status
Environmental conditions
Intensity & duration of activity
Heredity
Clothing
True or false, heat illness is not preventable - ANSWER-False
The easiest way to monitor hydration status is: - ANSWER-Checking the color of urine
It is recommended that athletes drink ________ cups of water or sports drink ______ hours before
exercise, and aprx _____ cup (s) of water or sports drink ________ minutes before exercise - ANSWER-2-
2.5 cups, 2-3 hours, 1 cup, 10-20min before
____________ is a condition involving fluid/electrolyte disorder that results in an abnormally low
concentration of sodium in the blood - ANSWER-Hyponatremia
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The condition listed above can be prevented by: - ANSWER-Ensuring that fluid intake does not exceed
fluid loss during exercise
The first ________ weeks of preseason has the greatest risk of exertional heat illness - ANSWER-2-3
True or False: acclimatization is about becoming accustomed to heat and exercising in hot temperatures -
ANSWER-True
Which of the following statements is true?
A 50% acclimatization can be achieved in first 5-6 days of training
For the 1-2 weeks of preseason, practice should be limited to 2hrs per day
Full equipment can be worn during the start of preseason, but practice times should be limited
Each practice should be broken down into 20min of work, followed by 20min of rest in the shade -
ANSWER-Each practice should be broken down into 20min of work, followed by 20min of rest in the
shade
True or false: men are more physiologically efficient at body temperature regulation - ANSWER-False,
women are more efficient
Which of the following factors would make an individual more susceptible to heat illness?
Low muscle mass
Underweight
Overweight
Being female - ANSWER-Overweight
, 4|Page
A soccer team is starting their pre-season training on a sunny day with a humidity of 50% & temperature
of 27 degrees Celsius. As the AT, what should your recommendation be to the coach in order to prevent
heat illness?
Tell them to reschedule the training as it is too hot
No precautions are necessary
Take at least 30min breaks each hour of exercising and have unlimited access to fluids
Take at least 15min breaks each hour of exercising and have unlimited access to fluids - ANSWER-Take at
least 15min breaks each hour of exercising and have unlimited access to fluids
True or false: heat rash occurs due to the skin being wet with unevaporated sweat and usually occurs in
localized areas that are covered by clothing. - ANSWER-True
Heat syncope is associated with which of the following clinical features? - ANSWER-Pooling of blood in
extremities, dizziness, nausea
A football athlete collapses during pre-season training in 27 degree weather with 75% humidity. They
have a pulse of 180bpm, rapid breathing, red hot skin, and seem disoriented when speaking to them.
What course of action needs to be taken? - ANSWER-Take emergency action to cool the athlete including
ice-water immersion, cold wet towels, or ice bags placed at neck, back of the knee, and axilla. Transfer to
hospital as soon as possible.
True or False: same-day returning to activity for an athlete exhibiting signs of exertional heat exhaustion
is not recommended. - ANSWER-True
____________is a genetically inherited muscle disorder that results in muscle breakdown when
exercising in hot environments - ANSWER-Malignant hyperthermia
___________ is a syndrome that is characterized by sudden catabolic destruction and degeneration of
skeletal muscle accompanied by leakage of muscle enzymes into the vascular system. It is associated
with the sickle-cell trait. - ANSWER-Acute exertional rhabdomyolysis
The combination of which 3 factors predisposes an athlete to hypothermia? - ANSWER-Cold air, wind,
dampness
