WORKSHEET ANSWERS

 

Matching

 

1. I            6.  J

2. D          7.  C

3. A          8.  B

4. H          9.  G

5. F           10. E

 

 

Short Answer

 

11.    3 inches between face guard and helmet

12.    1 to 11/2 inches from face guard to nose

13.    When it is made from a flexible, resilient material and is form fitted to the teeth and upper jaw.

14.    Football

15.    The distance between the heel to the metatarsophalangeal joint and the distance from the heel to the end of the longest toe.

16.    Lamb's wool, Gauze padding, Cotton, Adhesive felt, Felt, Foam

 


Listing

 

17.    Protects the teeth

18.    Absorbs the shock of chin blows

19.    Prevents possible cerebral concussions

20.    Peripheral vision is improved

21.    Astigmatism is improved

22.    Corneal waviness is improved

23.    High cost as compared to glasses

24.    Possibility of corneal irritation caused by dust getting under them

25.    Possibility of a lens becoming dislodged during body contact

26.    Permanent structural deformities

27.    Mechanical disturbances that affect the body's total postural balance

28.    Calluses and blisters

29.    Sole—provides a degree of cushioning

30.    Heel counter—supports and cushions the heel

31.    Toe box—protects and provides an area so the toes are not crowded

32.    Uppers—gives the foot support and freedom to withstand a high degree of stress

 

Essay

 

33-37. The basic functions are to (1) disperse energy, (2) absorb energy, (3) deflect a blow, (4) slow the rate of energy, (5) transmit energy to another body area, (6) limit excessive movement, and (7) protect against sharp instruments and further injury.

 

38-42. Helmet should fit snugly around all parts of the player's head and there should be no gaps between the pads, the head, or the face. It should cover the base of the skull and not come over the eyes (3/4 of an inch above the eyebrows). The ear holes should match; it should not shift when manual pressure is applied or recoil on impact. The chin strap should be an equal distance from the center of the helmet and should keep it from moving up and down or side to side. The cheek pads should fit snugly against the sides of the face and the face mask should be attached securely to the helmet.

 

Injury Assessment

 

43-46.                Evaluation is at your discretion.

47-50.                Evaluation is at your discretion.