ATR 540 - Pathology of Injury and Illness

Units: 3
When Offered: Fall
This course involves a systems approach to dealing with human disease. Fundamental etiology, progression, and epidemiology of injury, illness, and disease are discussed with a clinical emphasis. Pharmacology is studied as it relates to the field of athletic training. Included are the indications, contraindications, precautions, and interactions of medications and the governing regulations relevant to the treatment of injuries to and illnesses of athletes and others involved in physical activity.