Best Practice Case Studies-Etiologies and Management of the Collapsed Athlete

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The lecture focused on the etiology and management of collapsed athletes, with an emphasis on cardiac arrest. Initial assessment and the importance of basic life support (BLS) principles such as circulation, airway, and breathing (CAB) were discussed. The lecture used case studies, including the Zeke Upshaw incident and Damar Hamlin's on-field collapse, to highlight the importance of early recognition, CPR, defibrillation, and having a well-rehearsed emergency action plan. Key points included early defibrillation and effective CPR to save lives, and correct airway management with ventilation. The lecture also covered other causes of athlete collapse such as trauma, heat illness, seizures, and cardiac conditions like cardiomyopathies and arrhythmia syndromes. It stressed the need for preparation, simulation, and regular practice to improve outcome readiness. Questions addressed included return to play after conditions like rhabdo or heat illness, NCAA policies on sickle cell trait, and EMS protocols for transporting athletes during emergencies. The importance of understanding local EMS capabilities and maintaining scenes was reiterated, reinforcing that timely and accurate responses significantly impact survival rates.

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Edition 3rd Edition

Related Case 3rd Edition, CASE 06

Topic Cardiac

Keywords

3rd Edition, CASE 06

3rd Edition

Cardiac

cardiac arrest

basic life support

CPR

defibrillation

emergency action plan

athlete collapse

cardiac conditions

EMS protocols

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