ATRG 3321 Practicum IV in Athletic Training

This laboratory course allows students to practice skills learned in their didactic courses both in the lab and under a preceptor's supervision. Students must complete 150 clinical hours and assigned proficiencies. Proof of current PPD and CPR/AED certification and signed clinical agreement are required no later than 7 days after the first day of classes.

Credits

2

Prerequisite

ATRG 3301.

Typically Offered

Demorest Campus: spring

Student Learning Outcomes

Code:	Learning Outcomes:	How students will practice each outcome:	How student achievement of each outcome is assessed:
TI-4	Students will analyze the impact of immobilization, inactivity, and mobilization on the body systems (e.g., cardiovascular, pulmonary, musculoskeletal) and injury response.	Labs Lecture/Discussion Clinical experiences Peer-checks	Skills testing Written exams Preceptor evaluation Treatment plan
TI-7	Students will apply and interpret clinical outcomes to assess therapeutic intervention efficacy, patient status, progress toward goals, using psychometrically sound outcome instruments and develop a relevant clinical question (e.g., PICO, PIO, or CAT) based on desired outcome (patient-based or clinician-based) and available evidence (patient-oriented or disease-oriented).	In-class activities Lecture/Discussion Clinical Experiences	Preceptor evaluation Ergonomic Project Written exams Treatment plan
CE-7	Students will assess and interpret findings from a physical examination (including posture, gait, and movement patterns) that is based on the patient’s clinical presentation to identify participation restrictions (disabilities), activity limitations (functional limitations), and overall impact of the condition on the patient’s life and goals.	Lab Clinical experiences Peer-checks	Written exams Preceptor evaluation Skills testing Ergonomic Project Treatment plan
TI-6	Students will describe common surgical techniques, interpret operative reports, and identify any resulting precautions, contraindications, and comorbidities that impact the selection and progression of a therapeutic intervention program.	Lab Lecture/Discussion Clinical experiences	Written exams Preceptor evaluation Skills testing Treatment plan
PS-1 PS-2 PS-3	Students will describe the basic principles of personality traits, trait anxiety, locus of control, intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, stress response, confidence, and patient and social environment interactions as they affect patient interactions, clinical decision making, and eventual return to activity/participation for injuries or forced inactivity.	Lecture/Discussion Peer-checks	Written exams Skills test Treatment plan
CE-14	Students will differentiate between an initial injury evaluation and follow-up/reassessment as a means to evaluate the efficacy of the patient’s treatment/rehabilitation program, and make modifications to the patient’s program as needed.	Lecture/Discussion Clinical Experiences Peer-checks	Preceptor evaluation Written exams Treatment plan
PHP-19 TI-17 TI-18	Students will evaluate a patient's gait, posture, biomechanics, and use of ergodynamics and instruct them to make corrections/modifications to meet outcome goals or prevent illness or injury.	Lecture/ Discussion Lab Clinical experiences Peer-checks	Written exams Preceptor evaluation Skills testing Ergonomic Project
PS-10	Students will explain the impact of sociocultural issues that influence the nature and quality of healthcare received (e.g., cultural competence, access to appropriate healthcare providers, uninsured/underinsured patients, insurance) and formulate and implement strategies to maximize client/patient outcomes.	Lab Lecture/Discussion Clinical experiences	Preceptor evaluation Written exams Treatment plan
CE-8 CE-9	Students will explain the theoretical foundation of clinical outcomes assessment (e.g., disablement, health-related quality of life) and describe common methods of outcomes assessment in athletic training clinical practice (generic, disease-specific, region-specific, and dimension-specific outcomes instruments).	Lecture/ Discussion Lab Clinical experiences	Written exams Preceptor evaluation Treatment plan
TI-11d	Students will instruct the patient how to correctly perform rehabilitative exercises.	Lecture/ Discussion Lab Clinical experiences Peer-checks	Written exams Preceptor evaluation Skills testing
PS-7 PS-8 PS-9	Students will select and integrate appropriate psychosocial techniques into a patient's treatment, pain management, or rehabilitation program to enhance adherence, return to play, and overall outcomes. This includes, but is not limited to:  motivation, goal setting, imagery, anxiety reduction, positive self-talk, and/or relaxation.	Lecture/ Discussion Lab Clinical experiences Peer-checks	Written exams Preceptor evaluation Skills testing Treatment plan
PS-4 PS-5 PS-6	Students will summarize and demonstrate effective interpersonal and cross-cultural communication and educational intervention strategies for patients and others involved in their healthcare to effect positive behavioral change and impact the patient's psychological and emotional well-being while protecting their privacy.	Lab Clinical experiences Peer-checks	Written exams Preceptor evaluation Skills testing