Course Info (BOC Domains of Athletic Training; Presentation Description; Learning Objectives; Clinical Practice Gap Statement; Clinical Bottom Line)

BOC Domains of Athletic Training:

• Domain II - Assessment, Evaluation and Diagnosis
• Domain III - Critical Incident Management
• Domain IV - Therapeutic Intervention

Presentation Description:

This course delves into the critical aspects of initial patient assessment in emergency sports medicine, focusing specifically on general impression and mental status using the AVPU and GCS scales. Participants will gain skills in identifying and responding to critical changes in an unstable patient's general impression and mental status. Emphasis is placed on understanding the importance of these assessments and implementing appropriate emergency interventions.

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the role of obtaining accurate general impression and mental status in emergency assessment.
2. Apply the AVPU/GCS scales for mental status assessment.
3. Identify critical findings and determine appropriate emergency interventions related to general impression and mental status changes in an unstable patient.
   

Clinical Practice Gap Statement:

Current practice in sports emergency care often overlooks the nuanced evaluation of general impression and mental status, particularly in unstable patients. This gap can lead to delayed or inadequate responses to critical conditions. This course addresses this gap by emphasizing the importance of accurate assessment and timely intervention based on these key parameters.

Clinical Bottom Line Statement:

Accurate assessment of general impression and mental status is crucial in sports emergency care, particularly for unstable patients. Mastery of AVPU/GCS scales and the ability to swiftly identify and react to critical changes can significantly improve patient outcomes in high-stakes emergency scenarios.