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Chapter Assessment Lesson 5.4
Learning Key Terms and Concepts
A muscle strain is classified as _____, _____, or _____.
A(n) _____ is a bruise or bleeding within a muscle.
A complication that can arise from a contusion is _____.
A. sarcolemma
B. myositis ossificans
C. neuroma
D. spondylosis
Which of the following may be a cause of cramps?
A. electrolyte imbalance
B. dehydration
C. deficiency in minerals such as calcium or potassium
D. all of the above
The role of the neuromuscular system in a whiplash injury is _____.
A. an inhibitory response that causes the muscles to relax and the head to move freely
B. a strong, fast series of contractions that attempt to stabilize the head
C. not present because the movement is so intense that muscles don't have time to contract
D. dependent upon whether the movement is mediolateral or anteroposterior
Lateral epicondylitis is also known as _____.
A. Little Leaguer's elbow
B. Swimmer's shoulder
C. Jumper's knee
D. Tennis elbow
Thinking Critically
If being active is considered healthy, why do you think active people and athletes have a significantly higher incidence of LBP than inactive, sedentary people?
Compare and contrast the responsibilities of physical therapists and athletic trainers. How are they similar? How are they different? Which job seems more appealing to you and why?
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