During PPE screening, which body systems are included in a systems-based examination?

• A. Cardiorespiratory, musculoskeletal, and neurologic systems
• B. Only digestive system
• C. Only endocrine system
• D. Skin and integumentary systems

Answer: (A)

A systems-based PPE focuses on how the body handles exercise by evaluating three key areas: the cardiorespiratory system (heart and lungs and how well the athlete tolerates activity), the musculoskeletal system (joints, muscles, movement patterns, strength, and flexibility), and the neurologic system (balance, coordination, reflexes, and motor control). This combination helps uncover conditions that could pose risk during sport or affect performance, such as cardiac issues, limited aerobic capacity, or neuromuscular problems. The other options focus on single, less central systems (like digestive or endocrine) or on skin alone, which aren’t the primary focus of the systems-based approach used in PPE screening.