injury reports and medical terminology

What is the purpose of injury reports in athletic training?

Injury reports document and communicate the details of injuries to ensure proper evaluation, treatment, and follow-up.

What are the two types of athletic training injury reports?

1. Subjective Reports (SOAP)2. Objective Reports (observations)

What does SOAP stand for in injury reporting?

• S: Subjective- O: Objective- A: Assessment- P: Plan

What information is included in the subjective section of a SOAP report?

Patient's description of their symptoms, history of the injury, and personal feelings about the injury.

What details are recorded in the objective section of a SOAP report?

Observations made by the medical professional, including measurable data and physical findings.

What is the assessment in a SOAP report?

The professional's evaluation of the injury based on subjective and objective data.

What does the plan section of a SOAP report include?

The proposed treatment and management strategies for the injury.

What does "edema" refer to in medical terminology?

Edema is the sudden onset of swelling caused by fluid accumulation in tissues, often seen when an athlete sprains an ankle.

What is the significance of the "pain of action" in an injury assessment?

The "pain of action" helps determine the type and severity of the injury by assessing pain during movement.

What is "Pitting Edema"?

Pitting edema is a type of swelling where indentations remain after pressure is applied to the swollen area.

What are some key components of the injury assessment terminology?

• Acute: Sudden onset of symptoms.- Chronic: Long-term issues or injuries.- Palpate: To examine or explore by touching.

What does the abbreviation "Hx" stand for in medical contexts?

Hx stands for "History," referring to the patient's medical history.

What does "MMT" refer to in musculoskeletal assessment?

MMT stands for "Manual Muscle Testing," used to assess muscle strength and flexibility.

What do the abbreviations "Ant." and "Post." mean?

• Ant.: Anterior (front)- Post.: Posterior (back)

What does "laxity" refer to in a medical assessment?

Laxity refers to the looseness of a joint or ligament, indicating potential instability.

What do the abbreviations "med." and "lat." stand for?

• Med.: Medial (toward the midline)- Lat.: Lateral (away from the midline)

What is the definition of "abduction"?

Abduction is the movement of a limb away from the midline of the body.

What does "ROM" stand for in physical assessments?

ROM stands for "Range of Motion," which measures the flexibility of a joint.

What is meant by "Upper Extremity" (UE) in medical terminology?

Upper Extremity refers to the arms and shoulders.

What does "MMT" signify in muscular assessments?

MMT stands for "Manual Muscle Testing," which evaluates muscle strength.

What does "FOOSH" stand for concerning mechanisms of injury?

FOOSH stands for "Fell On Outstretched Hand," a common mechanism for wrist and shoulder injuries.

What does RICE stand for in injury management?

RICE stands for Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation, a method used for initial injury treatment.