BOC EXAM Q&A 2023

Which of the following ligaments is referred to as the arch ligament of the shoulder? - Answer- Coracoacromial ligament Which orthopedic special test is performed with the examiner resisting glenohumeral external rotation and forearm supination, and what findings constitute a positive test? - Answer- Yergason's test; pain or snapping in the bicipital groove Which two body structures represent the largest changes in temperature with cold applications? - Answer- Skin and synovium The medial collateral ligament of the knee are taut in which of the following? - Answer- Extension and flexion Which of the following is a condition of rapidly rising internal body temperature that occurs when the body's mechanisms for the release of heat are overwhelmed? - Answer- Heat Stroke What term identifies the spreading of a beam or wave? - Answer- Divergence Deep frostbite is a medical emergency. What would the proper course of treatment be for this problem? - Answer- Rapid rewarming of the affected body part with warm water You are the athletic trainer at a high school that sponsors 22 sports. There are approximately 500 athletes total. Which type of pre‐participation exam would be the most effective and efficient? - Answer- Provide a station-based exam with the assistance of multiple medical and healthcare professionals prior to the start of each sport season (i.e. fall, winter, spring). A positive Phalen's sign is suspect of what problem? - Answer- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome All of the following are signs of an injury except: a. Change in skin color or texture b. Change in body temperature c. Change in blood pressure d. Complaint of headaches e. Change in respiratory rate - Answer- Complaint of headaches When performing two person CPR, what is the correct compression to breath ratio? - Answer- 30:2 What evaluative test is used to examine the integrity of the lateral collateral ligament of the knee? - A