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What is the primary purpose of completing a PAR-Q questionnaire?
What is the primary purpose of completing a PAR-Q questionnaire?
Which principle is NOT important for preventing overuse injuries?
Which principle is NOT important for preventing overuse injuries?
How can checking equipment and facilities contribute to injury prevention?
How can checking equipment and facilities contribute to injury prevention?
Which of the following is an example of protective clothing in sports?
Which of the following is an example of protective clothing in sports?
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Why are rules and laws in sports important for injury prevention?
Why are rules and laws in sports important for injury prevention?
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Which method is considered least effective for preventing sports injuries?
Which method is considered least effective for preventing sports injuries?
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What should be done to minimize the risk of injury before physical training?
What should be done to minimize the risk of injury before physical training?
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What is a consequence of not properly checking the playing environment?
What is a consequence of not properly checking the playing environment?
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What characterizes a greenstick fracture?
What characterizes a greenstick fracture?
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What common injury can cause cartilage tears?
What common injury can cause cartilage tears?
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Which symptom is NOT associated with a concussion?
Which symptom is NOT associated with a concussion?
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What is the effect of beta-blockers on athletes?
What is the effect of beta-blockers on athletes?
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What is a potential side effect of anabolic steroids for female athletes?
What is a potential side effect of anabolic steroids for female athletes?
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Which of the following is a reason athletes might be tempted to use performance-enhancing drugs?
Which of the following is a reason athletes might be tempted to use performance-enhancing drugs?
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What is the primary role of the International Olympic Committee (I.O.C.) regarding sports and drugs?
What is the primary role of the International Olympic Committee (I.O.C.) regarding sports and drugs?
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Which category of performance enhancing drugs would an Olympic weightlifter choose to improve their lifting capacity?
Which category of performance enhancing drugs would an Olympic weightlifter choose to improve their lifting capacity?
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What type of fracture is specifically characterized as a hairline crack due to repetitive forces?
What type of fracture is specifically characterized as a hairline crack due to repetitive forces?
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What category of drugs is typically used to mask other substances in the body?
What category of drugs is typically used to mask other substances in the body?
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Which piece of protective clothing is most effective at shielding the head from injuries in sports?
Which piece of protective clothing is most effective at shielding the head from injuries in sports?
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How do goggles assist performers in reducing injury risk?
How do goggles assist performers in reducing injury risk?
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What role do shoes play in reducing the likelihood of injury for cyclists?
What role do shoes play in reducing the likelihood of injury for cyclists?
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What is the primary effect of narcotic analgesics on athletes?
What is the primary effect of narcotic analgesics on athletes?
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Which athlete groups are most likely to use diuretics?
Which athlete groups are most likely to use diuretics?
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What is a potential side effect of using peptide hormones?
What is a potential side effect of using peptide hormones?
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Which of the following categories of drugs is known to raise blood pressure?
Which of the following categories of drugs is known to raise blood pressure?
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In which competitive context are stimulants most commonly used?
In which competitive context are stimulants most commonly used?
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What is a common effect of using diuretics?
What is a common effect of using diuretics?
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Which of the following is NOT a reason athletes might use narcotic analgesics?
Which of the following is NOT a reason athletes might use narcotic analgesics?
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Which effect is specifically associated with peptide hormones like erythropoietin (EPO)?
Which effect is specifically associated with peptide hormones like erythropoietin (EPO)?
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What is a common treatment method for soft tissue injuries?
What is a common treatment method for soft tissue injuries?
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What type of injury is characterized as a pulled or overstretched muscle?
What type of injury is characterized as a pulled or overstretched muscle?
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Which of the following is a typical feature of a sprain?
Which of the following is a typical feature of a sprain?
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Bone fractures are classified into different types. Which of the following is NOT a type of fracture mentioned?
Bone fractures are classified into different types. Which of the following is NOT a type of fracture mentioned?
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Which overuse injury is commonly associated with golfers?
Which overuse injury is commonly associated with golfers?
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What is a key characteristic of chronic injuries?
What is a key characteristic of chronic injuries?
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What should be done first when applying the RICE method?
What should be done first when applying the RICE method?
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In a complex fracture, which of the following occurs?
In a complex fracture, which of the following occurs?
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Study Notes
Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q)
- The PAR-Q is the first step in determining suitability for physical activity.
- It assesses health status and conditions that may affect exercise.
- The questionnaire asks about past and current heart problems, chest pain, medication use, bone/joint issues, and major illnesses/surgeries.
- Answers are used to determine appropriate exercise intensity and type.
- The PAR-Q form must be completed, returned to a fitness advisor, and assessed before any fitness induction services are given. The advisor assesses the answers to the questionnaire.
How to Optimize Training and Prevent Injury
- Understand the purpose of a PAR-Q questionnaire and how results should be used.
- Describe how to prevent injuries during physical activity.
- Explain typical sports injuries.
- Identify the main types of performance-enhancing drugs and their side effects.
Injury Prevention
- Correct application of training principles prevents overuse injuries.
- Progressive overload and FITT principles are essential.
- Check equipment and facilities for safety and suitability.
- Use protective clothing and equipment appropriately to minimize injury risk.
- Adhering to the rules of the activity is important for injury prevention.
- Officials ensure rules are followed and discipline players when necessary.
- Consequences of rule breaking may include injury or penalties for the athletes.
Typical Sports Injuries
- Strains involve a pulled or overstretched muscle.
- Sprains involve a twisted or wrenched ligament.
- Soft tissue injuries can occur at various joints.
- RICE treatment (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) is used to heal soft tissue injuries.
- Overuse injuries can develop over time and are often caused by repetitive stress on a particular joint.
- Tennis elbow involves inflamed and painful tendons.
- Bone fractures are breaks or cracks in the bone.
- Simple fracture - non-broken skin, but internal tissue damage may cause swelling.
- Complex fracture - broken skin (compound), and bone may stick out.
- Greenstick fracture - occurs in children as a bending and partial break of a soft bone.
- Stress fracture - hairline crack due to prolonged forces.
- Dislocation occurs when a sudden impact injures a joint, and bones are disconnected.
- Torn cartilage means cartilage is torn from excessive twisting and excessive or sudden changes in direction.
- Concussion results from brain injury caused by a blow to the head. Symptoms include unconsciousness, nausea, dizziness, confusion, and memory loss.
- Treatment may include rest and/or medical attention.
- Abrasions are superficial skin injuries.
Performance Enhancing Drugs
- Athletes may take drugs to improve performance.
- Reasons include greater rewards associated with winning.
- The International Olympic Committee (IOC) categorizes banned substances for use in sports.
- Banned substances are categorized into groups.
- Beta blockers: Slows heart rate, calms hands, side effects can include low heart rate, low blood pressure and tiredness. Used by shooting and snooker athletes.
- Anabolic steroids: Artificially produced testosterone that can promote muscle growth and enable harder training sessions. Side effects can include male features, liver and heart damage. Used by athletes, power, 100m and shot put events.
- Narcotic analgesics: Mask pain (ex. paracetamol, morphine, methadone, heroin). Side effects can include nausea, serious injuries and addiction.Used in events that require pain to be masked.
- Diuretics: Promote fluid removal, causing rapid weight loss. Side effects can include dehydration and headaches. Used in boxing and horse racing.
- Stimulants: Stimulate the body (ex. tea, coffee, cocaine). Effect reduces tiredness, improves alertness and endurance. Side effects include high blood pressure, hide symptoms of fatigue, addiction. Used in sports requiring quick bursts of sprinting.
- Peptide hormones: Naturally occurring or artificially produced. EPO and GH increase oxygen transport. Side effects: blood clots, heart problems. Used in cycling and marathon running.
Exam Questions and Answers
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Question 1: When should a PAR-Q be completed? -Answer: Before planning a Personal Exercise Programme (PEP)
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Question 2: Which category of performance enhancing drugs would an Olympic weightlifter take to increase the weight they can lift? -Answer: Anabolic Steriods
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Question 3: Which category of drugs could mask the presence of other drugs? -Answer: Diuretics
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Question 4: (Diagram) Identify and explain protective items in a sporting circumstance, explaining the protective role of the items. (example answer, helmet protects the head from injury during a fall.)
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This quiz evaluates your understanding of the PAR-Q and its significance in determining suitability for physical activity. You'll explore how to prevent injuries, identify common sports injuries, and the effects of performance-enhancing drugs. Prepare to enhance your fitness journey safely and effectively.
