Emergency Preparedness: Injury Game Plan Chapter 5: Emergency Preparedness: Injury Game Plan

Emergency Preparedness Being properly equipped and trained for any medical crisis or disaster Developing and implementing an Emergency Action Plan will ensure best care is given SB 82 – Safety Bill Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. SB 82 All coaches, sponsors, and marching band directors must complete the UIL on-line safety course and submit the printed certificate to their athletic director. Completion of a yearly safety drill that incorporates the training received in the UIL safety training program will be documented. Students, participating in extracurricular activities, shall be presented the Student Safety Course, which is available as a power point presentation on the UIL Website. There must be verification of attendance. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Emergency Action Plan The emergency action plan (EAP) should be customized to fit the needs of the organization. An EAP outlines a systematic approach to be followed in an emergency; this aids in avoiding mistakes and inadequate treatment. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Emergency Action Plan The athletic training staff should have clearly defined roles for an emergency Immediate care of the athlete Retrieval of the emergency equipment Activation of the EMS system Have available the name, address, and phone number of the caller, the number of athletes injured, their condition, and treatment currently being provided at the scene. Direction of the EMS system to the scene Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Emergency Action Plan Should have at least 2 people for each task. Sports that have one or two coaches will have to train athletes on the EAP. Student Athletic Trainers involved with the team can also have a role. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Emergency Personnel Clearly defined roles – should be a member of athletic training staff. Trained in CPR and First Aid Providing care should be done by the most qualified person. Some one must met EMS to direct them to the scene. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Emergency Communication Good working relationships between AT’s and EMS will help develop a rapport and trust AT/Coach must have access to working telephone 911 Contact Form can be helpful for the individual who is going to call for help Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Emergency Equipment All equipment must be in good, working condition Checked before each event Whoever is providing care must know how to use each piece of equipment. AED, Medical Bag, Splints, Crutches are all examples Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Transportation High Risk Sports might have EMS on site -lessen the time for EMS to respond Person in charge of directing EMS should know beforehand where to be (street corner, gate, etc) Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Identifying a Medical Emergency Defined medical emergencies Cessation of breathing Severe bleeding No pulse Concussion with loss of consciousness Neck or spinal injury Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Identifying a Medical Emergency (cont.) Defined medical emergencies Fractures and dislocations Eye injuries Severe asthma attack Heat-related illness Shock Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Identifying a Medical Emergency (cont.) Nonemergencies Abrasions Minor cuts Strains Sprains Minor concussions without loss of consciousness Contusions Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Emergency Medical Cards A profile that provides important medical information about the athlete Contact Information Parental permission to treat and transport Insurance Information Other information as needed Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. ER CARD Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Ellison High School 2 AED’s in Building 2 Portable AED’s in Field House Medical Supplies in AT room and Nurses Office Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Phone Numbers Front Office # 336-0600 Nurse’s Office # 336-0657 Athletic Training Room # 336-0636 Gym # 336-0719/0637 Field House # 336-0638 AP’s Office # 336-0611 Tennis Hut # 336-0698 Coach Gonzalez (AT) 702-9161 Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Emergency Action Plan Internet resources: http://www.ncaa.org (on this page, click on “health-safety”) http://www.aap.org http://muweb.millersville.edu http://www.uni.edu http://www.usm.maine.edu http://www.uil.utexas.edu/athletics/health/ Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.