ATR 5020: Emergency Care Procedures in Athletic Training
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Prereq: Admission to graduate program in Athletic Training
Overview of medical emergencies and other critical incidents that may occur. Evaluate and manage patients with acute conditions including triaging conditions and internal/external hemorrhage. Cardiac, respiratory, and cervical spine compromise. Conditions related to environment, fractures, dislocations, and wound care and closure. Concussion/brain injury with consideration of established protocols including: comprehensive examination, recognition, and treatment, implementation of a plan of care, referral, and return to participation.
(Typically Offered: Summer)