MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY Department of Kinesiology KIN 427-IIb Clinical Rotation in Athletic Training Wednesday 7:00-8:50 pm Instructors: Abby Bretzin MS, ATC Email: bretzina@msu.edu Kyle Petit MS, ATC Email: petitkyl@msu.edu Office Location: IM Circle Lab 1 Office Hours: By Appointment COURSE TEXT There is NO required textbook. The instructor will use D2L to post assigned readings and videos. Recommended: Prentice, W., & Arnheim, D. (2013). Principles of athletic training. Mcgraw-Hill Education. Starkey, C., & Ryan, J. L. (1996). Evaluation of orthopedic and athletic injuries. FA Davis company. Amato, H., Hawkins, C. V., & Cole, S. L. (2002). Practical Exam Preparation Guide of Clinical Skills for Athletic Training. SLACK Incorporated. Van Ost, Lyn (2013). Athletic Training Exam Review: A Student Guide to Success 5 th Ed. SLACK Incorporated. COURSE DESCRIPTION This course provides students the opportunity to practice and learn athletic training skills by working closely with a Preceptor during clinical rotations. It is also an opportunity to demonstrate mastery level proficiency with rehabilitation and upper body evaluation knowledge and skills. You should be comfortable with these skills and be able to utilize them with ease. COURSE OBJECTIVES Upon completion of the course, students should be proficient in: 1. Developing knowledge regarding special topics related to athletic training through research and practice. 2. Reinforcing positive attitudes in the NATA Domains and Competencies and to the Clinical Proficiencies. 3. Preparation for the NATABOC examination.
SPARTAN CODE OF HONOR As a Spartan, I will strive to uphold values of the highest ethical standard. I will practice honesty in my work, foster honesty in my peers, and take pride in knowing that honor is worth more than grades. I will carry these values beyond my time as a student at Michigan State University, continuing the endeavor to build personal integrity in all that I do. ACADEMIC DISHONESTY The Michigan State University policy on academic dishonesty is as follows and can be found on page 81 of the student handbook and resource guide section 1.00-1.06. Any student who commits any form of academic dishonesty will be dealt with on an individual basis (ranging from receiving a 0.0 on the assignment to receiving a 0.0 for the course). Additionally, any form of academic dishonesty will be reported to the department, college, and the athletic training interview committee. http://www.vps.msu.edu/splife/default.pdf The office of the Ombudsman describes Academic dishonesty at Michigan State University as a conduct that violates the fundamental principles of truth, honesty, and integrity. The following conduct is specifically cited in the General Student Regulations 1.00-1.06 and can be found on page 81 of the student handbook. http://www.vps.msu.edu/splife/default.pdf Supplying or using work or answers that are not one s own Providing or accepting assistance with completing assignments or examinations Interfering through any means with another s academic work Faking data or results REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES If you have a diagnosed disability or believe that you have a disability that might require reasonable accommodation on the part of the instructor, please call The Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities (RCPD). As part of the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is the responsibility of the student to disclose a disability prior to requesting reasonable accommodation. Their contact information is as follows: The Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities (RCPD) 120 Bessey Hall Michigan State University East Lansing, MI 48824 Phone: (517) 353-9642 TTY: (517) 355-1293 Fax: (517) 432-3191 Email: rcpd@msu.edu
D2L WEBSITE/MSU EMAIL This course will use the D2L website and MSU email for all course information and communication. Students are responsible for checking both D2L and their MSU email daily to stay informed about class updates. Also, students can check their attendance/grades/and class records through D2L and are expected to notify the instructor of any discrepancies within a week so corrections can be made. CLINCAL ROTATION TRAVEL At the beginning of the semester, please provide the instructor with a list of dates you will be missing class due to athletic training clinical rotation travel and the name of the certified athletic trainer who you will be with. These dates will be added to the class calendar. It is the student s responsibility to make-up the class material that is missed. ATTENDANCE / PARTICIPATION Attendance and participation are required for every class. Sleeping during class is prohibited and will be marked as an absence. Absences will only be excused with a valid medical excuse or sport assignment travel with prior approval by the instructor. This is a REQUIRED class for the athletic training education program; attendance is mandatory. 10 points will be deducted from student s final grade for each unexcused absence. PERSONAL ELECTRONIC DEVICES Infrequent cell phone use is allowed, however if it becomes consistent and a distraction students will no longer be allowed to use them. All cell phones are to stay in the front of the classroom and not to be brought back to the demonstration side of the room. If a call is urgent, the student should go into the hall prior to answering it. Laptops are allowed in class, however if students are caught on social media or internet surfing their laptop privileges will be revoked. FOOD AND DRINK Eating and drinking is allowed in class as long as it does not become a distraction to learning. If it becomes and issue during the semester, the instructor reserves the right to prohibit these items from class at any point. Grading Criteria Clinical Evaluations 710 Clinical Experience Logs (14) 140 Journals (14) 140 Case Study 100 CIPs (4) 56 Gen Med Summary 50 Total 1,126 pts Percentage Grade 93-100% 4.0 86-92.9% 3.5 80-85.9% 3.0 75-79.9% 2.5 70-74.9% 2.0 65-69.9% 1.5 60-64.9% 1.0 <59.9% 0.0
CAATE Required Paper Work All students are required to complete all the CAATE paperwork prior to starting their clinical assignment. If a student does not have their required paperwork prior to starting their clinical assignment they will lose 20 points per day they do not turn it in. If a student does not have the paperwork 1 week after their clinical assignment has started they will receive a grade of a 0 for the semester. Clinical Assignment Evaluations = 2 @ 355 points each, (710 points) You are assigned to a Preceptor and clinical rotation each semester. A student must fulfill the expectations at a satisfactory level to remain in good standing in the Athletic Training Education Program. You will be evaluated at midterm and at the end of the semester to allow you time to modify behavior/skills if necessary. You also need to complete a midterm and final self-evaluation that you must present to your Preceptor prior to your clinical assignment evaluations. It is a student s responsibility to communicate with their Preceptor about arranging a time to complete the midterm and final clinical assignment evaluations. You must give your Preceptors notice at least 2 weeks in advance prior to the due dates. Clinical Experience Log = 13 @ 10 points each (130 points) In accordance with MSU and CAATE standards, students need to document experience hours in the athletic training room. This will be documented using the hour log available on D2L. Students will be required to turn in the hour logs to the instructor with the student s signature as well as their Preceptor s signature every Wednesday. For weeks where there is no official class meeting, it is the student s responsibility to turn their hour log in on time. Hour logs are mandatory and each day that a student s log is late, he/she will lose 2 points for a maximum loss of 10 points. Athletic Training Journal = 12 @ 10 points each (120 points) During the semester, you will be expected to keep an athletic training journal of your experiences. Entries will be on a weekly basis and consist of a synopsis of what took place during the week. Each entry will be worth a total of 10 points and you will be responsible for completing 12 entries (130 points total). Your journal entries will be submitted electronically to a Dropbox on D2L and are due by 11 pm EDT on each Wednesday. Each day that a student s log is late; he/she will lose 2 points for a maximum loss of 10 points. Case Study = 100 points Each student will choose a peer-reviewed musculoskeletal case study that was published in a reputable journal. The student is required to read the article, write a case study abstract based on the article in accordance with the NATA Clinical Case Report abstract guidelines, and present a 5-minute verbal summary to the class on their article of choice. The NATA Clinical Case Report guidelines can be found at http://natafoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/peer- Review-Track-Instructions-2016.pdf
Clinical Integration Proficiency = 4 @ 14 points (56 points) Students will be provide with CIPs that need to be completed by their assigned due date. It is the student s responsibility to demonstrate proficiency in all skills during clinical rotations. In order for a Preceptor to sign off on a CIP, the student must demonstrate an understanding of at least 80% of the skill at hand. Students will receive 10 points for turning CIPs in on the due date and an additional 1-4 points depending on their grade. A student must achieve a score of 3 or 4, anything less (1-2) is deemed not competent and must be completed again at a later date. All MSU Athletic Training staff members, High School Athletic Trainers and graduate assistants act as Preceptors. Please confirm with the individual you are working with that they are a Preceptor prior to completing the CIP. Please be prepared when demonstrating your skills. If at any time a Preceptor feels a student is not prepared he/she will stop the evaluation and ask you to complete the CIP again at a later date. General Medical Rotation Summary = 50 points To complete the general medical rotation, a student will be required to observe at a facility outside of the athletic realm. Each semester, the student will need to complete 10 hours TOTAL for credit and (1) must have a short written observation completed on the written forms and also receive the necessary signatures in order to turn in the forms and (2) complete and return the General Medical Goal and Objective Form. Once completed, students will fill out a 2-page double spaced summary of your experience. The general medical rotation is a requirement of CAATE and must be completed to graduate with a bachelor s degree in Athletic Training. Therefore, if the general medical rotation is not completed by the student, he or she will receive a 0.0 for the semester and will have to re-enroll the next fall. The general medical rotation summary will be submitted to a dropbox on D2L by April 26 th at 11:59 pm EDT. Blood Borne Pathogens: Students must have completed official training in Blood Borne Pathogen treatment and prevention through the MSU Office of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS). You will not be allowed to begin your clinical observations until this is completed. Once completed, you are to complete each semester your on-site Blood Borne Pathogen Checklist with your preceptor the first week of your new on-site observation. This checklist must be completed each time you begin a clinical observation at a new clinical site throughout your four semesters in the AT Program. Clinical Experience Rotation Component: Your clinical rotation component has been assigned as you continue to attain your diverse athletic training clinical experiences within various settings. The professional/clinical evaluation must be completed by your assigned Preceptor in conjunction with your KIN 427 requirements. You are mandated to complete your clinical experience hours per week, with at least one required day off every seven days per CAATE. This terms clinical calendar will be recorded from weekly from Thursday to Wednesday, the night of your clinical course s scheduled meeting time. MSU s AT Handbook states you must complete a minimum of 150
and to not exceed a maximum of 500 clinical experience hours per semester. You are assigned to a Preceptor and clinical rotation each semester. It is the student s responsibility to communicate with their Preceptor and discuss expectations. The Clinical Education Coordinator, Preceptor, and AT Student will meet together the first 1-2 weeks of the semester to review expectations and goals. You will be required to complete diligently your weekly clinical experiences following the directives established by the Michigan State University Athletic Training Program s Handbook. Your general clinical expectations include proper dress, name tags, attitude, professional relationships, educational opportunities, and responsibilities. Please be aware of the challenges of outside employment situations. You are discouraged from scheduling any type of outside employment hours during the 1:30 pm and 6:00 pm clinical experiences. You are encouraged to share your work schedules with the AT Clinical Education Coordinator as part of your weekly planning schedules. If a conflict does develop, please communicate with first, the clinical education coordinator, and secondly, with your clinical preceptor. The AT Program will assist and coordinate your combination of schedules as you prepare to achieve for your AT Clinical Education objectives. Please continue to review the necessary components of the MSU AT Handbook. A student must fulfill the expectations at a satisfactory level to remain in good standing in the Athletic Training Education Program (ATP). The AT students failure to comply and adhere to the MSU and CAATE standards will be subject to a written reprimand. Any other improper, unethical, or non-compliant incident according the AT Student Handbook will subject to possible sanctions per MSU AT Student Clinical Site Incident Report Form. Please refer to the AT Student Handbook for detailed information. CLASS SCHEDULE The instructor reserves the right to change assignment dates with notification to students. If you are absent, ask a classmate (or two) what was missed or discussed. If students would like to propose a change to the schedule they may discuss options with the instructor.
SCHEDULE AND DATES Weeks & Dates Topics Journal/Experience Logs Other Assignments Due Week 1 1/10 Syllabus Review / Information / CAATE Competencies / BOC study plan Week 2 1/17 Week 3 1/24 Week 4 1/31 Week 5 2/7 Week 6 2/14 Week 7 2/21 Week 8 2/28 Week 9 3/7 Week 10 3/14 Week 11 3/21 Week 12 3/28 Week 13 4/4 Week 14 4/11 Week 15 4/18 Week 16 4/25 Week 17 5/2 Mock BOC Exam Clinical Experience Log 1 AT Journal 1 Wrist, Hand & Fingers Clinical Experience Log 2 Forearm & Elbow AT Journal 2 Psychology of Injury Guest Lecturer Clinical Experience Log 3 AT Journal 3 Hip & Spine Clinical Experience Log 4 AT Journal 4 Knee Clinical Experience Log 5 AT Journal 5 Foot, Ankle & Lower Leg Clinical Experience Log 6 AT Journal 6 Mock BOC Exam Clinical Experience Log 7 AT Journal 7 NO CLASS Spring Break Open Study Time Clinical Experience Log 8 AT Journal 8 Open Study Time Clinical Experience Log 9 AT Journal 9 Open Study Time Clinical Experience Log 10 AT Journal 10 NO CLASS Clinical Experience Log 11 AT Journal 11 NO CLASS Clinical Experience Log 12 AT Journal 12 Case Study Presentations Clinical Experience Log 13 AT Journal 13 Graduation Decompression Clinical Experience Log 14 (Location TBD) AT Journal 14 NO CLASS Finals Week Midterm Clinical Evaluation 2 CIPs 2 CIPs Final Clinical Evaluation General Medical Rotation Summary by 11:59 pm EDT
CAATE Competencies CE-13 CE-14 CE-15 CE-16 CE-17 CE-18 Obtain a thorough medical history that includes the pertinent past medical history, underlying systemic disease, use of medications, the patient s perceived pain, and the history and course of the present condition. Differentiate between an initial injury evaluation and followup/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. Demonstrate the ability to modify the diagnostic examination process according to the demands of the situation and patient responses. Recognize signs and symptoms of catastrophic and emergent conditions and demonstrate appropriate referral decisions. Use clinical reasoning skills to formulate an appropriate clinical diagnosis for common illness/disease and orthopedic injuries/conditions. Incorporate the concept of differential diagnosis into the examination process.
CE-20 CE-21 CE-22 AC-4 AC-5 AC-6 AC-8 AC-12 AC-24 AC-25 Use standard techniques and procedures for the clinical examination of common injuries, conditions, illnesses, and disease including, but not limited to: CE-20a: history taking CE-20b: inspection/observation CE-20c: palpation CE-20d: functional assessment CE-20e: selective tissue testing techniques/special tests CE-20f: neurological assessments Assess and interpret findings from a physical examination that is based on the patient s clinical presentation. This exam can include: CE-21a: assessment of posture, gait, and movement patterns CE-21b: palpation CE-21c: muscle function assessment CE-21d: assessment of quantity and quality of osteokinematic joint motion CE-21e: capsular and ligamentous stress testing CE-21f: joint play CE-21g: selective tissue examination techniques/special tests CE-21h: Neurologic function Determine when the findings of an examination warrant referral of the patient. Demonstrate the ability to perform scene, primary, and secondary surveys. Obtain a medical history appropriate for the patient s ability to respond. When appropriate, obtain and monitor signs of basic body functions including pulse, blood pressure, respiration, pulse oximetry, pain, and core temperature. Relate changes in vital signs to patient s status. Explain the indications, guidelines, proper techniques, and necessary supplies for removing equipment and clothing in order to access the airway, evaluate and/or stabilize as athlete s injured body part. Identify cases when rescue breathing, CPR, and/or AED is indicated according to current accepted practice protocols. Demonstrate proper positioning and immobilization of a patient with a suspected spinal cord injury. Perform patient transfer techniques for suspected head and spine injuries utilizing supine log roll, prone log roll with push, prone log roll with pull, and lift-and-slide techniques.
AC-26 AC-34 AC-36 AC-37 AC-41 AC-42 TI-11 TI-12 TI-14 TI-15 CIP-4 CIP-6 CIP-7 Select the appropriate spine board, including long board or short board, and use appropriate immobilization techniques based on the circumstance of the patient s injury. Explain the importance of monitoring a patient following a head injury, including the role of obtaining clearance from a physician before further patient participation. Identify the signs, symptoms, interventions and, when appropriate, the r return-to-participation criteria for: AC-36b: brain injury including concussion, subdural and epidural hematomas, second impact syndrome, and skull fracture AC-36c: cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine trauma Select and apply appropriate splinting material to stabilize an injured body area. Identify the criteria used in the decision-making process to transport the injured patient for further medical examination. Select and use the appropriate short-distance transportation methods, such as the log roll or life and slide, for an injured patient in different situations. Design therapeutic interventions to meet specified treatment goals. Use the results of on-going clinical examinations to determine when a therapeutic intervention should be progressed, regressed, or discontinued. Describe the use of joint mobilization in pain reduction and restoration of joint mobility. Perform joint mobilization techniques as indicated by examination findings. Perform a comprehensive clinical examination of a patient with an upper extremity, lower extremity, head, neck, thorax, and/or spine injury or condition. Clinically evaluate and manage a patient with an emergency injury or condition. Select and integrate appropriate psychosocial techniques into a patient s treatment or rehabilitation program.