Mometrix BOC Practice Test Questions
and Answers Graded A+
A 60 year old man with cardiovascular disease has been medically cleared to begin an
exercise program. What test would be an appropriate measure of cardiovascular
endurance? (Choose all that apply)
a. Sprint test
b. Vertical jump test
c. One-mile run
d. Harvard step test
e. One-repetition max - ANSWER-C. One-mile run
d. Harvard step test
A 60 year old woman is experiencing mild pain and tenderness in her wrist, but is able
to move it through full ROM. She reports no obvious trauma to the area. She has a
history of diabetes, controlled with diet and medication. She has fractures her wrist
twice in the past 10 years. What are potential diagnoses based on this clinical
evaluation? (Choose all that apply).
a. Osteoarthritis
b. Carpal tunnel syndrome
c. Wrist dislocation
d. Wrist fracture
e. Tendonitis - ANSWER-a. Osteoarthritis
b. Carpal tunnel syndrome
c. Tendonitis
A ball-and-socket joint, such as the shoulder, is capable of which of the following types
of ROM? (Choose all that apply).
a. Dorsiflexion and plantarflexion
b. Flexion and extension
c. Internal and external rotation
d. Adduction and abduction
e. Pronation and supination - ANSWER-b. Flexion and extension
c. Internal and external rotation
d. Adduction and abduction
A basketball player who weighs 250 pounds (114 kg) is eating a regular, balanced diet.
He is trying to build muscle and has started supplementing his diet with a commercial
protein shake. What is a good range of daily total protein intake for this athlete?
a. 90-100 g
b. 100-135 g
c. 135-195 g
d. 230-340 g
e. 250-300 g - ANSWER-c. 135-195 g
, A cheerleader falls during a competition. Upon examination, her tibia bone is protruding.
What are appropriate steps to take in the immediate treatment of her fracture? (Choose
all that apply).
a. Move her to a safe space
b. Immobilize the leg
c. Have her lay flat and cover her with a blanket
d. Provide an over-the-counter pain reliever
e. Apply sterile dressing to the wound - ANSWER-b. Immobilize the leg
c. Have her lay flat and cover her with a blanket
e. Apply sterile dressing to the wound
A college athlete has a recurrent stress fracture in her foot due to long-distance running.
A bone density test reveals a T-score of 2.2, indicating osteopenia. A registered dietitian
recommends a high-calcium diet. Which of the following foods are good sources of
calcium? (Choose all that apply).
a. Yogurt
b. Cheese
c. Tofu
d. Dark green, leafy vegetables
e. Whole grains - ANSWER-a. Yogurt
b. Cheese
c. Tofu
d. Dark green, leafy vegetables
A collegiate AT is giving an informational presentation to student athletes on the effects
of alcohol on sports. Which of the following points should be included in this
presentation? (Choose all that apply)
a. Alcohol provides empty calories at approximately 150-200 calories per drink.
b. The body processes alcohol in a way similar to fat converting alcohol to fatty acids
which can lead to weight gain.
c. Alcohol can lead to dehydration
d. Alcohol interferes with the quality of sleep an athlete receives.
e. The effects of alcohol can last for a few days leading to a reduction in reaction time
and decreased ability to concentrate - ANSWER-a. Alcohol provides empty calories at
approximately 150-200 calories per drink.
b. The body processes alcohol in a way similar to fat converting alcohol to fatty acids
which can lead to weight gain.
c. Alcohol can lead to dehydration
d. Alcohol interferes with the quality of sleep an athlete receives.
e. The effects of alcohol can last for a few days leading to a reduction in reaction time
and decreased ability to concentrate
A female student-athlete may have an eating disorder. She has experienced significant
weight loss, and a few of her teammates have approached the AT with concerns
regarding her use of laxatives and restrictive eating. The AT discusses this issue with
and Answers Graded A+
A 60 year old man with cardiovascular disease has been medically cleared to begin an
exercise program. What test would be an appropriate measure of cardiovascular
endurance? (Choose all that apply)
a. Sprint test
b. Vertical jump test
c. One-mile run
d. Harvard step test
e. One-repetition max - ANSWER-C. One-mile run
d. Harvard step test
A 60 year old woman is experiencing mild pain and tenderness in her wrist, but is able
to move it through full ROM. She reports no obvious trauma to the area. She has a
history of diabetes, controlled with diet and medication. She has fractures her wrist
twice in the past 10 years. What are potential diagnoses based on this clinical
evaluation? (Choose all that apply).
a. Osteoarthritis
b. Carpal tunnel syndrome
c. Wrist dislocation
d. Wrist fracture
e. Tendonitis - ANSWER-a. Osteoarthritis
b. Carpal tunnel syndrome
c. Tendonitis
A ball-and-socket joint, such as the shoulder, is capable of which of the following types
of ROM? (Choose all that apply).
a. Dorsiflexion and plantarflexion
b. Flexion and extension
c. Internal and external rotation
d. Adduction and abduction
e. Pronation and supination - ANSWER-b. Flexion and extension
c. Internal and external rotation
d. Adduction and abduction
A basketball player who weighs 250 pounds (114 kg) is eating a regular, balanced diet.
He is trying to build muscle and has started supplementing his diet with a commercial
protein shake. What is a good range of daily total protein intake for this athlete?
a. 90-100 g
b. 100-135 g
c. 135-195 g
d. 230-340 g
e. 250-300 g - ANSWER-c. 135-195 g
, A cheerleader falls during a competition. Upon examination, her tibia bone is protruding.
What are appropriate steps to take in the immediate treatment of her fracture? (Choose
all that apply).
a. Move her to a safe space
b. Immobilize the leg
c. Have her lay flat and cover her with a blanket
d. Provide an over-the-counter pain reliever
e. Apply sterile dressing to the wound - ANSWER-b. Immobilize the leg
c. Have her lay flat and cover her with a blanket
e. Apply sterile dressing to the wound
A college athlete has a recurrent stress fracture in her foot due to long-distance running.
A bone density test reveals a T-score of 2.2, indicating osteopenia. A registered dietitian
recommends a high-calcium diet. Which of the following foods are good sources of
calcium? (Choose all that apply).
a. Yogurt
b. Cheese
c. Tofu
d. Dark green, leafy vegetables
e. Whole grains - ANSWER-a. Yogurt
b. Cheese
c. Tofu
d. Dark green, leafy vegetables
A collegiate AT is giving an informational presentation to student athletes on the effects
of alcohol on sports. Which of the following points should be included in this
presentation? (Choose all that apply)
a. Alcohol provides empty calories at approximately 150-200 calories per drink.
b. The body processes alcohol in a way similar to fat converting alcohol to fatty acids
which can lead to weight gain.
c. Alcohol can lead to dehydration
d. Alcohol interferes with the quality of sleep an athlete receives.
e. The effects of alcohol can last for a few days leading to a reduction in reaction time
and decreased ability to concentrate - ANSWER-a. Alcohol provides empty calories at
approximately 150-200 calories per drink.
b. The body processes alcohol in a way similar to fat converting alcohol to fatty acids
which can lead to weight gain.
c. Alcohol can lead to dehydration
d. Alcohol interferes with the quality of sleep an athlete receives.
e. The effects of alcohol can last for a few days leading to a reduction in reaction time
and decreased ability to concentrate
A female student-athlete may have an eating disorder. She has experienced significant
weight loss, and a few of her teammates have approached the AT with concerns
regarding her use of laxatives and restrictive eating. The AT discusses this issue with
