MAT 6030 - Acute Care in Athletic Training

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Utah Tech University

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The theory, ethics, components, indications, and psychomotor skills of emergency care in athletic training. Evidence-based research and practices are explored in relation to standard practices. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: CLO 1. Apply evidence-based principles to deliver athletic training acute and emergent care services effectively. CLO 2. Evaluate and manage patients with acute conditions, including prioritizing life-threatening or emergent cases. These conditions encompass (but are not limited to) the following: Cardiac Compromise, respiratory compromise, Environmental Conditions, Cervical Spine Compromise, Traumatic Brain Injury, Internal and External Hemorrhage, Fracture and Dislocation, Anaphylaxis, Exertional Sickling/ Rhabdomyolysis/ Hyponatremia, Diabetes, Drug Overdose, Wounds, Testicular Injury, other MSK conditions. CLO 3. Educate clients/patients on the principles of fluid and nutrient intake in preparation for activity, during activity, and during recovery, taking into account various activities and environmental conditions. Additionally, formulate recommendations for them based on their specific needs and circumstances. CLO 4. Assess and appraise environmental conditions systematically to determine the appropriateness of initiating, discontinuing, or adjusting activity, with the primary goal of preventing environmental illness or injury. CLO 5. Modify the diagnostic examination process according to the demands of the situation and patient responses. Prerequisite: Admission to the Utah Tech Professional Master's in Athletic Training program. SU

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

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Semester

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