TOTAPS Flashcards
1
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TOTAPS
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Assess injury for an athlete
2
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T - first
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Talk - talk to the athlete to gain as much information about the injury as possible.
3
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O
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Observe - observing the athlete comparing limbs and any signs of visible abnormalities
4
Q
T
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Touch - feel for abnormalities, heat and swelling to determine where pain begins/ends.
5
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A
A
Active Movement - move their injured area to see if the athlete has the full range of motion
6
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P
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Passive Movement - moving the injured site and identifying any pain/instability.
7
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S
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Skill Test - assess the injury to determine if the injured area can undergo movements low-intensity basic movement.