Chapter 2 Flashcards
Liability
The state of being liable for something, especially by law
Allied health professions
Health care professionals distinct from nursing, medicine, and pharmacy
Athletic trainers typically work
Beyond the regular work day and usually exceed 40 hours per week
Minimum education
Masters degree by an accredited athletic training school (new education requirements as of 2015)
In order for athletic trainers to use AT, must
Pass certification exam
Basic rights athletes at all levels should have
Athlete’s Bill of Rights
AT’s Work in
Secondary schools, colleges, universities, clinics, pro sports programs, and industrial setting
Developed by the NATA-BOC with a computerized test to ensure the necessary education to practice as an athletic trainer
AT certification exam
Those who work out of their ability can be found ___ and is ___ for their actions
Negligent, liable
Athletic trainers cannot
Write scripts
Is a part of why AT’s are in higher demand
Title IX
Organization dedicated to athletic training
NATA National Athletic Training Association
Developed by the father of modern medicine, Hippocrates
Hippocrates Oath
Title IX
Prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender and has increased the number of female athletes and sports
Involved in prevention, recognition, and first aid care, assessment and treatment, and rehabilitation
Coach