Sports Medicine Standards 1-3

Paramedic

• Basic first aid provider with limited medical skills.

• Advanced pre-hospital care provider with medication and airway management skills.

• Emergency room nurse specializing in trauma care.

• Medical assistant with administrative duties.

Physician Assistant (PA)

• Works under a physician to provide medical care and treatment.

• Operates independently to diagnose and treat patients.

• Conducts surgeries without physician supervision.

• Prescribes medication without any restrictions.

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)

• Aids an OT in therapy sessions.

• Conducts independent therapy sessions without supervision.

• Manages administrative tasks in a healthcare setting.

• Prescribes medication to patients.

Orthotist

• Designs braces and supportive devices.

• Prescribes medication for pain relief.

• Conducts physical therapy sessions.

• Performs surgical procedures on bones.

Prosthetist

• Designs and fits prosthetic limbs.

• Creates artificial organs for transplant.

• Develops rehabilitation programs for patients.

• Conducts research on limb regeneration.

Liability

• Legal responsibility for injury or harm.

• A type of insurance policy.

• A financial obligation to pay debts.

• A legal term for property ownership.

Collision Sports

• Sports with the highest risk (e.g., football, hockey)

• Sports with minimal physical contact

• Sports played on a court

• Sports that require a ball

Registered Dietitian (RD)

• Specializes in sports nutrition and meal planning.

• Focuses on weight loss through exercise only.

• Provides general dietary advice without specialization.

• Works exclusively with athletes in competitive settings.

Podiatrist

• Treats foot and ankle injuries.

• Specializes in heart conditions.

• Focuses on skin diseases.

• Handles respiratory issues.

Assumption of Risk

• Athletes acknowledge the inherent risks in sports participation.

• Athletes are guaranteed safety during sports activities.

• Athletes must wear protective gear at all times.

• Athletes can sue for any injury sustained during sports.