PET 4605 Competencies

Competency Code Competency 1st Evaluation 
MC-C15 Describe and know when to refer common and/or contagious skin lesions from trauma, infection, stress, drug reaction, and immune responses (e.g., wounds, bacteria lesions, fungal lesions, viral lesions, bites, acne, eczema dermatitis, ringworm).
MC-C20 Describe and know when to refer common cancers (e.g., testicular, breast).
MC-C1 Describe and know when to refer common congenital or acquired abnormalities, physical disabilities, and diseases affecting people who engage in physical activity throughout their life span (e.g., arthritis, diabetes).
MC-C13 Describe and know when to refer common medical conditions of the endocrine and metabolic systems from acquired disease and acute and chronic nutritional disorders (e.g., diabetes mellitus and insipidus, hypothyroidism, Cushing’s syndrome, thermoregulatory disorders, gout, osteoporosis).
MC-C16 Describe and know when to refer common medical conditions of the immune system from infection, congenital and acquired disease, and unhealthy lifestyle. (e.g., arthritis, gout, upper respiratory tract infection [URTI], influenza, pneumonia, myocarditis, gastrointestinal infection, urinary tract infection [UTI], sexually transmitted diseases [STDs], pelvic inflammatory disease, meningitis, osteomyelitis, septic arthrosis, chronic fatigue and overtraining, infectious mononucleosis, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection and AIDS, hepatitis B virus infection, allergic reaction and anaphylaxis, childhood infectious diseases [measles, mumps, chickenpox]).
MC-C14 Describe and know when to refer common medical conditions of the renal and urogenital systems from trauma, local infection, congenital and acquired disease, nutritional imbalance, and hormone disorder (e.g., kidney stones, genital trauma, gynecomastia, monorchidism, scrotum and testicular trauma, ovarian and testicular cancer, breast cancer, testicular torsion, varicoceles, endometriosis, pregnacy and ectopic pregnancy, female athlete triad, primary amenorrhea, oligomenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, kidney laceration or contusion, cryptorchidism).
MC-C12 Describe and know when to refer common medical conditions that affect the gastrointestinal and hepatic-biliary systems from trauma, chemical and drug irritation, local and systemic infections, psychological stress, and anatomic defects (e.g., hepatitis, pancreatitis, dyspepsia, gastroesophageal reflux, peptic ulcer, gastritis and gastroenteritis, inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, appendicitis, sports hernia, hemorrhoids, splenomegaly, liver trauma).
MC-C17 Describe and know when to refer common neurological medical disorders from trauma, anoxia, drug toxicity, infection, and congenital malformation (e.g., concussion, postconcussion syndrome, second-impact syndrome, subdural and epidural hematoma, epilepsy, seizure, convulsion disorder, meningitis, spina bifida, cerebral palsy, chronic regional pain syndrome [CRPS], cerebral aneurysm).
PS-C11 Identify and describe the sociological, biological and psychological influences toward substance abuse, addictive personality traits, the commonly abused substances, the signs and symptoms associated with the abuse of these substances, and their impact on an individual’s health and physical performance 
MC-C2 Understand the effects of common illnesses and diseases in physical activity.
PS-C13 Describe the acceptance and grieving processes that follow a catastrophic event and the need for a psychological intervention and referral plan for all parties affected by the event.
PS-C9 Explain the basic principles of counseling (discussion, active listening, and resolution) and the various strategies that certified athletic trainers may employ to avoid and resolve conflicts among superiors, peers, and subordinates.
  2nd Evaluation/Mastery
Competency Code Competency -2nd evaluation
DI-C1 Demonstrate knowledge of the systems of the human body.
MC-C1 Describe and know when to refer common congenital or acquired abnormalities, physical disabilities, and diseases affecting people who engage in physical activity throughout their life span (e.g., arthritis, diabetes).
MC-C12 Describe and know when to refer common medical conditions that affect the gastrointestinal and hepatic-biliary systems from trauma, chemical and drug irritation, local and systemic infections, psychological stress, and anatomic defects (e.g., hepatitis, pancreatitis, dyspepsia, gastroesophageal reflux, peptic ulcer, gastritis and gastroenteritis, inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, appendicitis, sports hernia, hemorrhoids, splenomegaly, liver trauma).
MC-C17 Describe and know when to refer common neurological medical disorders from trauma, anoxia, drug toxicity, infection, and congenital malformation (e.g., concussion, postconcussion syndrome, second-impact syndrome, subdural and epidural hematoma, epilepsy, seizure, convulsion disorder, meningitis, spina bifida, cerebral palsy, chronic regional pain syndrome [CRPS], cerebral aneurysm).
MC-C2 Understand the effects of common illnesses and diseases in physical activity.
MC-C8 Explain the importance and proper use of a peak flowmeter or similar device in the evaluation and management of respiratory conditions.
MC-C9 Describe strategies for reducing the frequency and severity of asthma attacks.
PA-C1 Describe the essential components of a typical human cell.  Include the normal structure and the function of each component and explain the abnormal symptoms associated with injury, illness, and disease.
PA-C3 Explain normal and abnormal circulation and the physiology of fluid homeostasis.
PA-C6 Describe the body’s responses to physical exercise during common diseases, illnesses, and the injury.
PH-C10 Explain the known usage patterns, general effects, and short- and long-term adverse effects for the commonly used performance-enhancing substances.
PH-C11 Identify which therapeutic drugs and nontherapeutic substances are banned by sport and/or workplace organizations in order to properly advise patients about possible disqualification and other consequences.
PH-C5 Explain the concepts related to bioavailability, half-life, and bioequivalence.
PH-C6 Explain the general pharmacodynamic principles as they relate to the mechanism of drug action and therapeutic effectiveness (e.g. receptor theory, dose-response relationship, potency, and drug interactions).
PH-C7 Describe the common routes used to administer medications (e.g., oral, inhalation, and injection) and their advantages and disadvantages.
PH-C8 Explain the relationship between generic or brand name pharmaceuticals.
PH-C9 Identify medications that might cause possible poisoning, and describe how to activate and follow the locally established poison control protocols.
PH-P1 Obtain and communicate patient education materials regarding physician-prescribed medications, over-the-counter drugs, and performance-enhancing substances using appropriate references. 
PH-P2 Abide by federal, state, and local regulations for the proper storage, transportation, dispensing (administering where appropriate), and documentation of commonly used medications. 
PH-P3 Activate and effectively follow locally established poison control protocols.
RM-C15 Describe the components for self-identification of the warning signs of cancer.
MC-C19 Describe a plan to access appropriate medical assistance on disease control, notify medical authorities, and prevent disease epidemics. 
MC-C5 Describe and know when refer common ear pathologies from trauma and/or localized infection (e.g., otitis, ruptured tympanic membrane, impacted cerumen).
MC-C10 Explain the possible causes of sudden death syndrome.
MC-C11 Describe and know when to refer common cardiovascular and hematological medical conditions from trauma, deformity, acquired disease, conduction disorder, and drug abuse (e.g., coronary artery disease, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, heart murmur, mitral valve prolapse, commotion cordis, Marfan’s syndrome, peripheral embolism, hypertension, arrythmogenic right venricular dysplasia, Wolf-Parkinson-White syndrome, anemias, sickle cell anemia and sickle cell trait [including rhabdomyolysis], hemophilia, deep vein thrombosis, migraine headache, syncope). 
MC-C18 Describe and know when to refer common psychological medical disorders from drug toxicity, physical and emotional stress, and acquired disorders (e.g., substance abuse, eating disorders/disordered eating, depression, bipolar disorder, seasonal affective disorder, anxiety disorders, somatoform disorders, personality disorders, abusive disorders, and addiction).
MC-C3 Describe common techniques and procedures for evaluating common medical conditions and disabilities including taking a history, inspection/observation, palpation, functional testing, special evaluation techniques (e.g., assessing heart, lung and bowel sounds), and neurological and circulatory tests.
MC-C6 Describe and know when to refer common pathologies of the mouth, sinus, oropharynx, and nasopharynx from trauma and/or localized infection (e.g., gingivitis, sinusitis, laryngitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis).
MC-C7 Describe and know when to refer common and significant respiratory infections, thoracic trauma, and lung disorders. (e.g., influenza, pneumonia, bronchitis, rhinitis, sinusitis, upper-respiratory infection (URI), pneumothorax, hemothorax, pneumomediastinum, exercise-induced bronchospasm, exercise-induced anaphylaxis, asthma).
EX-C1 Describe the physiological and pathological processes of trauma, wound healing and tissue repair and their implications on the development, progression and implementation of a therapeutic exercise program.
EX-C2 Describe the mechanical principles applied to the design and use of therapeutic exercise equipment and techniques (leverage, force, kinesiology and biomechanics).
EX-C3 Describe common surgical techniques, pathology, and any subsequent anatomical alterations that may affect the implementation of a therapeutic exercise program.
EX-C4 Describe the appropriate selection and application of therapeutic exercises taking the following into consideration:
EX-C4a The physiological responses of the human body to trauma
EX-C4b The physiological effects of inactivity and immobilization on the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, nervous, and respiratory systems of the human body
EX-C4c The anatomical and/or biomechanical alterations resulting from acute and chronic injury and improper mechanics
EX-C4d The physiological adaptations induced by the various forms of therapeutic exercise, such as fast- versus slow-twitch muscle fibers
EX-C4e The physiological responses of additional factors, such as age and disease
MC-C4 Describe and know when to refer common eye pathologies from trauma and/or localized infection (e.g., conjunctivitis, hyphema, corneal injury, stye, scleral trauma).
PA-C5 Describe the etiology, pathogenesis, pathomechanics, signs, symptoms, and epidemiology of common orthopedic injuries, illnesses and diseases to the body’s systems.
RM-C19 Explain the basic principles and concepts of home, school, and workplace ergonomics and their relationship to the prevention of illness and injury.
RM-C20 Recognize the clinical signs and symptoms of environmental stress.