You are organizing a station-based preparticipation examinat…
You are organizing a station-based preparticipation examination before the start of the academic year. The first station in the examination will be the review of individuals’ medical history. Which member of your health-care team is best qualified to conduct this review?
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While rehabilitating a golfer following surgical repair of a long extensor tendon of the hand, you note that the patient can no longer achieve full active extension, although passive extension is still present. What concerns might be raised and what actions might you take in this situation?
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While rebounding a shot, a basketball player lands awkwardly on another player’s foot before falling to the floor. When the athletic trainer reaches the injured player it is obvious the ankle is deformed with one or more possible fractures. What emergency medical equipment is most appropriate to immobilize this athlete’s injury?
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