ATHT 141 Chapter : NATA Emergency Article

• School: Southeastern Louisiana University
• Department: Athletic Training
• Course: ATHT 141
• Professor: All

Document Summary

Injuries can often occur unexpectedly, and while minor injuries are more common, an emergency can occur at any time. Everyone involved in physical activity should always be prepared to act in the event of an emergency. There are many ways to be ready at the time an emergency occurs, such as proper education and training, regular maintenance of emergency equipment, appropriate use of personnel, and designation of an emergency action plan. All institutions with athletic activities should have a written emergency plan formed with the help of the local ems and distributed to everyone involved in the activity. All personnel involved in the emergency action plan should be properly trained for their roles in the emergency. It should also state the location of emergency equipment and supplies, and should clearly define the method of transportation and communication for the injured participant and emergency care providers.