ATH 513Eval/Assess Med Cond/Illness

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This course is designed to teach athletic training students proper condition/illness recognition, assessment, and evaluation techniques. This course will focus on conditions that are life threatening or otherwise emergent, as well as health conditions commonly seen in athletic training practice. Students will gain knowledge and skills concerning conditions, illnesses and psychosocial issues, use and interpretation of diagnostic tests, collaboration with other health care professionals for best patient outcomes, as well as appropriate provider referral when indicated. Lecture, simulation, and classroom laboratory work are required. Students will also participate in an interprofessional case study involving a specific medical condition/illness. Evidence-based practice will be emphasized throughout the course.