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35 Cards in this Set
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If equipment results in injury due to defect or inadequacy for intended use ___________ is liable.
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manufacturer
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If equipment is modified ________ becomes liable.
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modifier
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This type of equipment is pre-made and packaged, can be used immediately and consists of neoprene sleeves, inserts and ankle braces.
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Off-the-shelf equipment
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This type of equipment is constructed according to the individual, and specifically sized and designed for protective and supportive needs
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Customized equipment
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An injury characterized by low mass/high velocity.
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Focal
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An injury characterized by high mass/low velocity.
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Diffuse
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A prophylactic device that is made of ____ (low/high) density material absorbs most energy from low impact intensity levels, is light and comfortable to wear and consists of foam, felt, mole skin and neoprene.
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low
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A prophylactic device that is made of _____ (low/high) density material absorbs energy from high impact forces through deformation, is firmer, less comfortable, and less cushioning and is usually thermomodible plastics.
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high
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True/False Most equipment utilizes high density exterior with low density interior.
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True
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When fitting helmets, the players head should always be ____ to simulate playing conditions.
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wet
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When fitting helmets the helmet should be __ fingers above eyes, cover the base of the ________, the face mask should be ___ fingers from the nose and the helmet should not shift with pressure.
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2
occiput 3 |
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If air bladder helmets are used by a team that travels to different altitudes and air pressure, what must be done?
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the helmet fit must be routinely rechecked
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Jaw pads are essential to keep the helmet from rocking _______.
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laterally
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______ guards protect the teeth and absorb the shock of chin blows, helping to reduce the chance of cerebral concussion. They minimize lacerations to the lips and cheeks and fractures to the lower jaw.
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Mouth
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True/False The mouth guard should provide a tight fit, comfort, unrestricted breathing and unimpeded speech during competition. Cutting down mouth guards to cover only the front four teeth should never be condoned and can easily become dislodged and lead to an obstructive airway.
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True
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What sports should consider wearing ear guards?
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Wrestling and boxing
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What types of glasses are recommended?
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Polycarbonate
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If you have glass lenses, what action should you take to avoid the risk of splintering on contact?
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case-hardened
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_________ lenses change colors when exposed to sunlight.
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Photochromic
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A _______ contact is a hard plastic lens that covers just the iris of the eye
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corneal
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A _______ type contact is a soft plastic lens that is a little larger.
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scleral
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_________ shoulder pads are bulkier and used by those engaged in blocking and tackling.
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Cantilevered
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__________ shoulder pads do not restrict motion (quaterbacks and receivers)
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Non-cantilevered
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In fitting shoulder pads, the width of shoulders must be measured. The inside of pad should cover tip of shoulder in line with _______ aspect of shoulder. Epaulets and cups must cover _____ and allow motion.
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lateral
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Women should wear sports bras to protect ______ ligaments and reduce friction injury.
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coopers
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What material should socks be made out of?
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cotton poly blend
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The ____ _____ allows space for toes. (1/2 to 3/4 inch of space from toes to front of shoe).
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toe box
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The ____ provides shock absorption and is durable. The top is a spongey later to absorb force, midsole layer that cushions midfoot and toes, and hard rubber bottom layer which contacts the ground.
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sole
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The _____ is the form on which the shoe is built on.
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last
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The _____ _______ prevents medial and lateral roll of foot.
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heel counter
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The ____ _______ are the top of shoe made with a combination of materials. Designed for appropriate ventilation, drying and support.
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shoe uppers
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The ____ support is durable but soft and supportive to the foot.
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arch
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Cleats should be ____ inch long and should be properly positioned under the two major weight-bearing joints.
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0.5
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An _______ is a device for correcting biomechanical problems that exist in the foot that can potentially cause an injury. It is a plastic, thermoplastic, rubber, sorbethane, or leather support that is placed in the shoe as a replacement for the existing insole.
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Orthotic
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_____ _____ should be used for a variety of conditions including plantar fasciitis, a heel spur, Achilles tendonitis, and heel bursitis. It helps to compress the fat pad under the heel, providing more heel cushioning during weight-bearing exercises.
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heel cup
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