A one-stop reference for the diagnosis and treatment of athletic injuries andillnesses, General Medical Conditions in the Athlete, 2nd Edition provides in-depth coverage of all the aspects of non-orthopedic pathology that can occur within athletes. Full-color photos enhance comprehension of the material, which is logically organized into 19 chapters. The beginning chapters cover fundamental areas such as the medical examination, equipment, diagnostic imaging andtesting, and pharmacology. Later chapters, organized by body systems, cover the actual medical conditions and include all educational competencies mandatedby the National Athletic Trainers' Association for program accreditation. Thelast two chapters cover psychosocial and substance abuse disorders and working with special populations. Experienced authors Micki Cuppett and Katie Walsh provide unrivaled online resources, including nearly one hour of video showingexamples of patient evaluation procedures. INDICE: 1. Introduction to General Medical Conditions 2. The Medical Examination 3. Diagnostic Imaging and Testing NEW! 4. Basic Principles of Pharmacology 5. Therapeutic Drug Categories 6. Common Procedures in the Athletic Training Clinic NEW! 7. Respiratory System 8. Cardiovascular System 9. Gastrointestinal System 10. Genitourinary and Gynecological Systems 11. Neurological System12. The Eye 13. Ear, Nose, Throat, and Mouth 14. Systemic Disorders 15. Infectious Diseases 16. Dermatological Conditions 17. Musculoskeletal Disorders 18.Psychological and Substance Abuse Disorders 19. Working with Special Populations
- ISBN: 978-0-323-05921-3
- Editorial: Mosby-Elsevier
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 512
- Fecha Publicación: 06/04/2011
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés