| ISBN13: | 9781032965925 |
| ISBN10: | 1032965924 |
| Binding: | Hardback |
| No. of pages: | 408 pages |
| Size: | 279x216 mm |
| Weight: | 910 g |
| Language: | English |
| 693 |
Athletic Training Student Primer
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Athletic Training Student Primer: A Foundation for Success, Third Edition is a dynamic text that provides students with a foundation upon which they can build their athletic training knowledge and develop an authentic understanding of the rewards and challenges of the athletic training profession.
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The Third Edition of Athletic Training Student Primer: A Foundation for Success by Andrew P. Winterstein builds upon previous editions in providing a mix of foundational athletic training knowledge coupled with human interest information to help guide students in their decision-making process when contemplating a career. This&&&160;Third Edition breaks the mold of other introductory athletic training texts&&&160;by including answers to many "real-life" athletic training situations.&&&160;
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The Third Edition is broken into four sections that cover all different aspects of the profession:
- Understanding athletic training
- Common injuries and conditions
- Planning, prevention, and care
- Preparing for success
Further expanding the learning process, included with each new textbook purchase is access to a companion website that includes videos, a glossary, and various web resources.
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Updated Features Include:
- New injury spotlights for the upper and lower extremity and general medical conditions
- Updated information from athletic training students on keys to success
- New career spotlights from athletic trainers working in a broad range of career settings
- Updated information on historic changes in athletic training, including the upcoming transition to master’s degree for professional preparation
- Updated web resources
- Additional resources for instructors
- Complete redesign of text layout and updated images
Athletic Training Student Primer: A Foundation for Success, Third Edition is a must have for students taking the first step into a career in athletic training.
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Dedication Photo and Illustration Credits Acknowledgments About the Author Interview Participants and Contributors Foreword by Jay Hertel, PhD, ATC, FNATA Preface Section I Understanding Athletic Training Chapter 1 Athletic Training: An Allied Health Profession Chapter 2 Historical Perspectives and Future Directions Chapter 3 Getting Started: Educational Requirements for Athletic Training Chapter 4 Educational Resources for Athletic Training Students Section II Common Injuries and Conditions Chapter 5 Understanding Athletic Injury/Illness: Terminology and Classification Chapter 6 Common Injuries to the Lower Extremity Chapter 7 Common Injuries to the Upper Extremity Chapter 8 Common Injuries to the Head, Face, and Spine Chapter 9 Common Injuries to the Abdomen and Thorax, and General Medical Conditions Section III Planning, Prevention, and Care Chapter 10 Blood-Borne Pathogens and Standard Precautions Chapter 11 Emergency Planning and Injury Evaluation Chapter 12 Environmental Concerns Chapter 13 First Aid and Initial Injury Care Chapter 14 Components of Rehabilitation Chapter 15 Taping and Bracing Section IV Preparing for Success Chapter 16 Looking Ahead Appendix A Board of Certification Standards of Professional Practice Appendix B Athletic Training Manifesto Appendix C The Musculoskeletal System Appendix D Sport Concussion Assessment Tool?5th Edition (SCAT5) Appendix E Sample History and Pre- Participation Physical Examination Forms Appendix F Résumé Action Words Index
