AOSSM/AANA Specialty Day 2020-Quick Sideline Decisions_ What You Need to Know to Stay Out of Trouble

Quick Sideline Decisions_ What You Need to Know to Stay Out of Trouble

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Eric McCarty from the University of Colorado discusses the critical aspects of sideline assessment and management of athletic injuries, emphasizing preparation, awareness, and rapid decision-making to prevent catastrophic outcomes. He highlights the importance of recognizing rare but serious conditions such as cardiac arrest, heat stroke, spleen injury, posterior sternoclavicular dislocation, pneumothorax, compartment syndrome, knee dislocation, concussions, and cervical spine injuries. Key points include thorough initial assessments using ABCs (airway, breathing, circulation), rapid identification of deformities, sideline functional tests, and when to transport athletes for emergency care. He stresses the necessity for immediate CPR and AED use in cardiac arrest, prompt cooling in heat stroke, vigilance for worsening abdominal or neurological symptoms, and cautious spinal management. McCarty underscores that athletes with concussion symptoms must not return to play the same day. Overall, his message advocates for comprehensive knowledge, preparedness, and careful evaluation to ensure athlete safety and effective injury management on the field.

Keywords

sideline athletic injury assessment

emergency injury management

cardiac arrest in athletes

concussion protocols

spinal injury precautions