1. What are the five domains of athletic training and what do they entail?

(5 points)

- The five domains of athletic training are: injury and illness prevention

and wellness promotion, examination, assessment and diagnosis,

immediate and emergency care, therapeutic intervention, and healthcare

administration and professional responsibility. They entail the following

activities:

 - Injury and illness prevention and wellness promotion: applying

evidence-based principles and practices to reduce the risk of injury and

illness, enhance health and wellness, and educate patients, clients, and

stakeholders.

 - Examination, assessment and diagnosis: conducting comprehensive

patient evaluations using standardized tools and techniques, formulating

clinical impressions and diagnoses, and developing plans of care.

 - Immediate and emergency care: providing timely and appropriate care

for acute injuries and illnesses, collaborating with emergency medical

services, and implementing emergency action plans.

 - Therapeutic intervention: selecting and applying appropriate

interventions to optimize patient outcomes, monitoring patient progress

and response, and modifying interventions as needed.

 - Healthcare administration and professional responsibility: managing the

delivery of athletic training services, adhering to legal and ethical

standards, engaging in interprofessional collaboration and communication,

and pursuing lifelong learning and professional development.

2. What are the four steps of evidence-based practice (EBP) and why is it

important for athletic trainers? (4 points)

- The four steps of EBP are: ask a clinical question, acquire the best

available evidence, appraise the quality and relevance of the evidence, and

apply the evidence to clinical practice. EBP is important for athletic

trainers because it helps them provide high-quality care that is informed

by the best available scientific knowledge, patient preferences, and

clinical expertise. EBP also helps athletic trainers stay updated on the