Chapter 1

Question 1

How do modern, athletic training and sports medicine compare with early Greek Roman, approaches to the care of the athlete?

Answer 1

They’re very similar 

Question 2

Why is athletic training considered a team endeavor?

Answer 2

It takes everyone to make sure the athlete is safe and healthy

Question 3

What is the role of the coach?

Answer 3

To prevent injuries by by conditioning the athletes

Question 4

What is the role of the athletic trainer?

Answer 4

To take care of the injured athlete

Question 5

What’s the role of the team physician?

Answer 5

To advise the athletic trainer and oversee the medical care

Question 6

What is evidence based practice?

Answer 6

Making critical care decisions based on supporting evidence available in the literature

Question 7

What are the various employment opportunities available to the athletic trainer?

Answer 7

Schools, professional, sports, corporate, hospital, clinic, and recreational

Question 8

What is the criteria for becoming certified as an athletic trainer?

Answer 8

Must complete an entry-level, athletic training program
Must be certified in CPR/AED