General Medical Conditions In The Athlete

by Cuppett & Walsh

• ISBN13: 9780323026239
• ISBN10: 0323026230
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover w/DVD
• Copyright: 2005-07-13
• Publisher: Mosby

Summary

This new educational and clinical reference provides a comprehensive discussion of general medical conditions and associated pathologies confronting athletes, coaches, and athletic trainers of all levels. Featuring NATA Educational Competencies, it covers evaluation techniques and equipment, pharmacological principles, complete coverage of all body systems and conditions, and special populations. Red flags for serious or life-threatening conditions are highlighted throughout, as well as implications for practice and participation in sports and competition. An accompanying DVD provides 45 minutes of video displaying narrated procedures, animations of important concepts, and self-assessment exercises designed to reinforce the skills and information presented in each chapter of the book. Hundreds of illustrations detail anatomy, physiology, evaluation, pathology, and treatment. Vivid, full-color pathology photos in an 8-page insert, as well as photos included throughout the book, help readers visualize and compare confirmed diagnoses for signs, symptoms, and assessment. Pharmacological content provides a comprehensive overview of medical treatment and associated outcomes while also pointing out possible adverse effects. Learning objectives and key points, as well as a wide range of tables and boxes, a full glossary, and appendices help the reader extract and pinpoint information quickly. Red flags integrated within each chapter highlight critical information for safe and effective patient care. Consistent format for presentation of pathological conditions includes a brief description of the condition, signs and symptoms, referral and diagnostic tests, differential diagnosis, treatment, lifespan considerations, and prognosis. NATA Educational Competencies are included in the text to reinforce professional competencies for both students and practitioners. Content on mental health and special populations provides a basis for understanding and relating to difficulties faced by the growing number of athletes and sports competitors.

Table of Contents

Introduction to General Medical Conditions	1	(12)
Katie M. Walsh
Medical Evaluation Techniques and Equipment	13	(20)
Micki Cuppett
Katie M. Walsh
Basic Principles of Pharmacology	33	(38)
Dorraine Reynolds
Micki Cuppett
Respiratory Disorders	71	(24)
Arnold Ramirez
Cardiovascular Disorders	95	(32)
Bryan W. Smith
Gastrointestinal Disorders	127	(18)
Daniel J. Van Durme
Genitourinary and Gynecological Disorders	145	(34)
Joseph M. Garry
Craig Whaley
Neurological Disorders	179	(36)
Rose Synder
Sara McDade
Disorders of the Eye	215	(26)
David Eichenbaum
Charles B. Slonim
Disorders of the Ear, Nose, Throat and Mouth	241	(28)
Micki Cuppett
Systemic Disorders	269	(24)
Richard Figler
Infectious Diseases	293	(22)
Katie M. Walsh
Dermatological Conditions	315	(30)
Patrick Sexton
Todd Kanzenbach
Musculoskeletal Disorders	345	(30)
Larry Collins
Mental Health Conditions in the Athlete	375	(16)
Layne Prest
Special Populations	391	(24)
Monique Butcher-Mokha
Appendix A: Preparticipation Physical Evaluation History Form	415	(2)
Appendix B: Common Medical Abbreviations	417	(2)
Appendix C: Centimeter to Inches Conversion Chart	419	(2)
Appendix D: Pounds to Kilograms Conversion Table	421	(2)
Appendix E: Body Mass Index Table	423	(2)
Appendix F: Temperature Equivalents	425	(2)
Appendix G: NCAA Banned Drug Classes 2004-2005	427	(2)
Glossary	429	(16)
Index	445