BOC Domain 3: Critical Incident Management Welcome to your BOC Domain 3: Critical Incident Management 1. BOC: Critical Incident Management During a high school football game, an athlete collapses without contact. Which of the following is the most appropriate first action? Move the athlete off the field Initiate CPR Apply a cold compress Provide water None 2. BOC: Critical Incident Management In managing a suspected spinal injury at a swim meet, what is the first step an athletic trainer should take? Immobilize the neck Check for consciousness Call for emergency medical services (EMS) Remove the athlete from the pool None 3. BOC: Critical Incident Management When encountering an athlete with a severe asthma attack unresponsive to their personal inhaler, what is the next best step? Administer another dose of inhaler Perform chest compressions Administer supplemental oxygen Encourage deep breathing exercises None 4. BOC: Critical Incident Management What is the most critical action for an athletic trainer to take when observing signs of heat stroke in an athlete during a training session? Move the athlete to a cooler environment Provide a sports drink Apply ice packs to the groin and armpits Have the athlete lie down and rest None 5. BOC: Critical Incident Management An athlete presents with a nosebleed after a minor head injury. What is the appropriate management strategy? Tilt the head back to stop the bleeding Keep the athlete calm and seated with the head tilted slightly forward Pinch the nose and have the athlete lean back Lay the athlete down on their back None 6. BOC: Critical Incident Management In the event of an open fracture on the soccer field, what is the initial step to be taken by the athletic trainer? Clean the wound with water Straighten the fractured limb Cover the wound with a sterile dressing Apply heat to reduce swelling None 7. BOC: Critical Incident Management What is the primary concern when an athlete exhibits confusion and difficulty remembering events after a hit during a game? Sprain Concussion Fracture Bruise None 8. BOC: Critical Incident Management Following a lightning strike at an outdoor event, what is the safest immediate action for an athletic trainer? Check for responsiveness of injured persons Move to an open area Seek shelter in a nearby building or car Continue the event if no immediate injuries None 9. BOC: Critical Incident Management An athlete complains of dizziness and headache after taking a new medication. What is the best initial response from the athletic trainer? Advise the athlete to stop the medication immediately Monitor the athlete and consult with a healthcare provider Provide hydration and rest Administer an over-the-counter pain reliever None 10. BOC: Critical Incident Management During a track and field event, an athlete suffers an allergic reaction with swelling and difficulty breathing. What is the first action to take? Administer an antihistamine Call for emergency assistance Provide reassurance and a comfortable sitting position Attempt to identify the allergen None 11. BOC: Critical Incident Management If an athlete is suspected of having a neck injury following a fall, which action should be avoided? Stabilize the head and neck Assess breathing and circulation Move the athlete to a stretcher Encourage the athlete to move their neck to assess pain level None 12. BOC: Critical Incident Management What is the recommended procedure for an athletic trainer when an athlete shows signs of shock after an injury? Have the athlete drink fluids immediately Lay the athlete flat, elevate the legs, and cover them with a blanket Encourage the athlete to walk around to improve circulation Apply a tourniquet near the injury None 13. BOC: Critical Incident Management When an athlete suffers a chemical burn in the eyes, what is the immediate action required by the athletic trainer? Apply a neutralizing agent Rinse the eyes with water for at least 15 minutes Cover the eyes with a dry, sterile dressing Use an ice pack to reduce swelling None 14. BOC: Critical Incident Management What should be the first course of action when an athlete reports feeling uncharacteristically weak and faint during a normal workout? Encourage the athlete to push through the discomfort Stop the activity and assess vital signs Provide a carbohydrate-rich snack Increase the workout intensity to boost circulation None 15. BOC: Critical Incident Management How should an athletic trainer handle a situation where an athlete is exposed to extreme cold and shows signs of hypothermia? Have the athlete perform vigorous exercise to generate heat Immerse the athlete in warm water Gradually rewarm the athlete using blankets and warm beverages Apply direct heat to the extremities None 16. BOC: Critical Incident Management What is the correct response when an athlete develops symptoms of heat exhaustion, such as excessive sweating, weakness, and dizziness? Encourage continued physical activity in a cooler environment Immediately cool the athlete using methods like fans or cool, wet towels Provide hot drinks to increase body temperature Ignore the symptoms as they are typical during strenuous activities None 17. BOC: Critical Incident Management In the event of a penetrating chest injury at a sporting event, what is the most crucial action for an athletic trainer to take? Apply a tight bandage around the chest Attempt to remove the object Seal the wound with an occlusive dressing Administer aspirin for pain management None 18. BOC: Critical Incident Management What is the first step in managing a bleeding athlete with a visible arterial bleed? Apply a tourniquet above the injury Clean the wound with antiseptic Apply direct pressure to the wound Elevate the limb above the heart None 19. BOC: Critical Incident Management An athlete exhibits sudden confusion and slurred speech during practice. What is the likely cause and immediate response? Dehydration; provide fluids Low blood sugar; provide a sugar source Fatigue; encourage rest Stroke; call emergency services immediately None 20. BOC: Critical Incident Management An athlete presents with a nosebleed after a minor head injury. What is the appropriate management strategy? Tilt the head back to stop the bleeding Keep the athlete calm and seated with the head tilted slightly forward Pinch the nose and have the athlete lean back Lay the athlete down on their back None 1 out of 20 Time is Up! Time's up
