Wound Closure Skills: Teaching Suturing in Athletic Training Education

Autor/inn/en	Neil, Elizabeth R.; Winkelmann, Zachary K.; Eberman, Lindsey E.
Titel	Wound Closure Skills: Teaching Suturing in Athletic Training Education
Quelle	In: Athletic Training Education Journal, 16 (2021) 4, S.287-299 (13 Seiten) PDF als Volltext Verfügbarkeit
Sprache	englisch
Dokumenttyp	gedruckt; online; Zeitschriftenaufsatz
ISSN	1947-380X
Schlagwörter	Athletics; Training; Injuries; Medical Services; Skill Development; Job Skills; Teaching Methods; Athletes; Simulation; Trainers; Allied Health Occupations Education + Suchen Sie Ihr Suchwort? Leichtathletik; Ausbildung; Arzt; Kompetenzentwicklung; Qualifikationsentwicklung; Produktive Fertigkeit; Teaching method; Lehrmethode; Unterrichtsmethode; Athlet; Simulation program; Simulationsprogramm; Ausbildungslehrer; Trainer
Abstract	Context: The examination, diagnosis, and intervention curricular content listed in the 2020 Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education Standards for Accreditation of Professional Athletic Training Programs states that learners must be able to evaluate and manage wounds, including care and closure. Although many wound closure techniques exist in clinical practice, suturing may be a necessary skill for athletic trainers (ATs) and one for which they need proper training. Objective: To describe the instructional format and step-by-step process for wound closure using the ''simple interrupted'' method of suturing. Background: Athletic training has continued to evolve in terms of the skills that are permitted within the scope of an AT's practice. The skill of wound closure via suturing has been omitted in athletic training programs due to the invasive nature of the technique. As state practice acts continue to adapt, many athletic training programs are adding suturing to their curricular content, and subsequently, a need exists to educate the credentialed AT. Description: A multimodal approach to teaching suturing is recommended. This educational technique focuses on the cognitive introduction module that should occur before the skills lab. Step-by-step instructions are available to ensure that educators are able to properly train others in the task and for learners to gain a baseline understanding of the technique. Clinical Advantage(s): Described herein are multiple strategies related to supplies and techniques to be mindful of the resources available for other athletic training programs. In addition, ATs who are trained and permitted to suture can provide improved patient outcomes through comprehensive interventions at the point of care. Conclusion(s): Learners should be taught the skills of suturing including wound cleaning and anesthetizing and given opportunities to practice the skills over time. By providing budget-conscious options and alternative methods of instruction, this skill can be delivered for most programs. (As Provided).
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Update	2024/1/01