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

Course Description:

This interactive case-based presentation focuses on the critical decision points for managing uncontrolled bleeding in a baseball player. The session guides participants through a real-life scenario involving a spinal motion restriction and an arterial bleed from a brachial artery injury. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with the case, make key decisions, and learn effective approaches to handle complex emergency situations. This unique format aims to equip athletic trainers with practical skills and insights for rapid and efficient response to life-threatening events.

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify the key steps in the initial scene size-up for managing severe bleeding in a sports-related incident.
2. Understand the primary assessment framework, focusing on circulation, airway, and breathing (CAB), and its role in stabilizing a patient with uncontrolled bleeding and a potential spinal injury.
3. Develop strategies for engaging additional resources and coordinating with emergency services in high-pressure situations.
   

Clinical Practice Gap Statement:

There is a gap in athletic trainers' preparedness for managing complex emergencies involving uncontrolled bleeding and potential spinal injuries in sporting events. This presentation aims to address this gap by providing interactive, case-based training to enhance decision-making skills and improve outcomes in critical situations.

Clinical Bottom Line Statement:

Effective management of severe bleeding and potential spinal injuries in sports-related incidents requires a structured approach, including thorough scene size-up, primary assessment, and strategic engagement with emergency resources. Proper training and preparation are crucial for athletic trainers to respond quickly and appropriately to life-threatening emergencies.

Summary Conclusions:

• Effective scene size-up is critical for safety and quick decision-making.
• The primary assessment should focus on circulation, airway, and breathing (CAB) to stabilize the patient.
• Immediate intervention to control severe bleeding can save lives.
• Collaboration with emergency services and additional resources is essential for complex emergencies.
• Continuous training and preparation are key for athletic trainers to handle worst-case scenarios.