ATHT 8120 EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT OF INJURY AND ILLNESS (2 credits)
The purpose of this course is to prepare students to respond to emergent conditions that affect patients involved in physical activity. Students will learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of acute injury and illness, assess patients using evidence-based methods, apply appropriate treatments, make appropriate referral decisions, and implement effective prevention strategies to reduce the risk of injury and illness.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Master of Arts in Athletic Training program. Not open to non-degree graduate students.