Sports Medicine Learning Targets

Health, HS Sports Medicine

ALT 1 - Concepts

Comprehend concepts related to health promotion and disease prevention.

AST 1.1 - Safe Behaviors  :  Explains safe behaviors to reduce injury during sports/recreational participation.

AST 1.2 - Preventing Injuries  :  Describe rules and laws intended to prevent injuries.

AST 1.3 - Skeletal System  :  Describe and identifies both the microscopic and gross structures and functions of the skeletal system.

AST 1.4 - Post Operative Rehabilitation  :  Have a complete understanding of post-operative rehabilitation guidelines and restrictions for knee ligament reconstructions and repairs, rotator cuff repairs and shoulder instability reconstructions.

AST 1.5 - Basic Terminology  :  Apply basic terminology used in the area of sports medicine to discuss a sports related injury, location on the body or communicate with the medical community.

AST 1.6 - Rehabilitation Plan  :  Explain a specific rehabilitation plan with short and long term goals.

ALT 2 - Interpersonal Communication

Demonstrate the ability to use interpersonal communication skills (verbal and nonverbal) to enhance health.

AST 2.1 - Physical Exam  :  Demonstrate proficiency by evaluating and treating sports injuries through application of physical examination tests specific to the diagnosis.

AST 2.2 - Patient Relationship  :  Demonstrate the ability to develop an appropriate relationship with a patient that fosters communication, respect, and ethics of the highest degree.

AST 2.3 - Listening and Communication  :  Demonstrate effective listening and communication skills with patients, which may include both verbal and non-verbal skills.

AST 2.4 - Respond Appropriately  :  Demonstrate ability to understand and respond appropriately to patient inquiries.

AST 2.5 - Taping  :  Demonstrate proficiency by taping injuries through application.