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Down man on the field.

B C Halpern1

  • 1Sports Medicine New Jersey, Marlboro.

Primary Care
|December 1, 1991
PubMed
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Trained personnel can save lives by rapidly evaluating and treating playing-field injuries. This guide details preparation, assessment, and management of athletic emergencies, including cardiovascular and central nervous system injuries.

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Area of Science:

  • Sports Medicine
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Athletic Training

Background:

  • Immediate assessment and treatment of athletic injuries are critical for patient outcomes.
  • The presence of trained personnel familiar with sports-related injuries is essential for effective emergency response.
  • Prompt management can prevent further harm and improve patient survival rates on the playing field.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline essential procedures for the preparation, assessment, and management of on-field athletic emergencies.
  • To provide a framework for responding to a range of critical incidents during sporting events.
  • To emphasize the importance of trained personnel in managing playing-field medical situations.

Main Methods:

  • The article presents basic procedures for adequate preparation for athletic emergencies.

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  • It details a step-by-step assessment process for on-field injuries.
  • Management protocols for various emergencies, including cardiovascular, anaphylaxis, CNS, abdominal, pelvic, eye/ear/nose, and extremity injuries are described.

    • Main Results:

    • Effective on-field emergency management relies on trained personnel and structured protocols.
    • Rapid evaluation and treatment significantly improve patient prognosis.
    • Preparedness and systematic assessment are key to addressing diverse athletic injuries.

    Conclusions:

    • Trained personnel are vital for the rapid evaluation and treatment of playing-field injuries.
    • Implementing basic preparation, assessment, and management procedures can enhance emergency response.
    • This approach is crucial for saving lives and preventing further injury in athletic settings.