NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, PHYSICAL EDUCATION, AND

EXERCISE SCIENCE
Preparing competent, compassionate, collaberative, and
committed leaders

SPRING 2015
EXS 237 - CARE & PREVENTION OF ATHLETIC INJURIES
(3 credit hours)
Class Meetings:
Instructor:
Office:
Office Hours:
Office Phone:
E-mail:

TR 0800-0930, Gill Hall, Room 198

William T. Penn, M.S., ATC, Asst. Prof.
Bozeman Education Bldg., Rm. 119
MWF 1000-1100
TR
0930-1045 & 1230-1300
or by appointment.
(757)823-8652
wtpenn@nsu.edu

Course Description: Theoretical foundation for care and

prevention of athletic injuries, while addressing anatomy,
medical conditions, and evaluation techniques with emphasis
on basic first aid skills. Beyond first aid, primary focus
is directed toward the prevention, recognition, evaluation,
and treatment of commonly seen sports-related injuries.
Prerequisites:

PED 287/287L; coreq. 288/288L or equivalent

Course Rationale: This is a sophomore level course designed

to reinforce basic A & P concepts and first aid skills. It
also provides a link to higher level courses where the
application of this material will be most critical for
developing clinical hands-on skills, those required to meet
professional-level entry requirements.
Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this class, students
will be able to:
1. Identify the basic mechanisms of sports injuries
2. Understand the circumstances in which Basic Life
Support will be required to treat injured athletes
3. Evaluate and treat various sports-related injuries
4. Understand the need for proper fitness and
conditioning programs to minimize sports injuries

Course Materials:
1. Anderson, M.K., Fundamentals of Sports Injury

2.
3.

Management, 3rd. ed., Lippincott, Williams, &

Wilkins, Phila, 2011
Anatomy & Physiology text any author
Medical Dictionary any author

Primary Instructional Methods: Lectures, demonstrations,

class discussions, and lab studies will be used in various
combinations to achieve the learning outcomes of this
course.
Course Outline/Calendar:
Week of:

Topic: (Ch.)

Read pp.:

Jan 12

Intro. to Injury Care (1)

2-9

Jan 19

Legal Issues (2)

Injury Prevention (3)

Jan 26

Emergency Conditions (8)

JAN 29

TEST 1 (pp. 2-42, 100 pts.)

Feb 2

Environmental Conditions (17)

Feb 9

Injury Mech's. & Classifications (4)

FEB 12

TEST 2 (pp. 103-111 & 321-338, 80 pts.)

Feb 16

The Healing Process (5)

66-73

Feb 23

Injury Assessment (7)

88-102

FEB 26

TEST 3 (pp. 44-73, 50 pts.)

Mar 2

Injury Management (6)

Mar 9-15

SPRING BREAK NO CLASSES RELAX & ENJOY!

Mar 16

Cranial and Facial Injuries (9)

10-21
22-42
103-111

321-338
44-65

74-87

113-142

MAR 19

TEST 4 (pp. 74-102, 60 pts.)

Mar 23

Cranial & Facial Injuries (con't.)

Mar 30

Spinal Conditions (10)

APR 2

TEST 5 (pp. 113-142, 100 pts.)

Apr 6

Throat, Thorax, & Viscera (11)

169-187

Apr 13

Selected "UE" injuries (12-13)

188-237

APR 16

TEST 6 (pp. 143-187, 60 pts.)

Apr 20

Selected "LE" injuries (14-15-16)

Apr 27

Lower Extremity injuries (con't.)

MAY 8

TEST 7 (1030-1230) (pp. 188-319, 50 pts.)

143-168

238-319

*** This schedule is subject to change at the discretion of

the instructor. Any change will be addressed by the
instructor, in a timely fashion, during the course of the
semester.

Related Course-Specific Requirements: While the primary

focus of this course is the subject matter, students will be
expected to demonstrate mature oral communications and
critical thinking skills during class discussions, refined
mechanical skills during written exercises, and directed
focus on the learning process by using all resources
available to enhance the learning process.

Evaluation/Assessment Methods: Seven major tests (500 total

points) will be given during this course. Class attendance,
preparation, and participation in class discussions will
enhance the learning process and result in better test
scores. For EXS/PE majors, a C average (375/500 pts.) is
required to earn a passing grade in this course. The
testing schedule is found on the Course Outline/Calendar.

Grading Standards/Evaluation Criteria:

(School of Education revised Nov. 14, 2006)
Grade
Point

Letter
Grade

% Range

Grade
Point

Letter
Grade

4.0
3.70
3.30
3.00
2.70
2.30

A
AB+
B
BC+

98-100
95-97
88-94
85-87
80-84
78-79

2.0
1.70
1.30
1.00
0.70
0.00

C
CD+
D
DF

Based on a 500 point scale:

A: >475 pts.
C:
B: 400-474 pts.
D:

% Range
75-77 ***
70-74
68-69
65-67
60-64
59 & BELOW

350-399 pts. *** C = 375 pts.

300-349pts.
F: <300 pts.

*** Is given only in individual/extreme circumstances

*** Missed test can be taken only if the absence is for a
valid reason, as determined by the instructor
Academic Integrity Standards: Student success in this class
is based on several factors to include: regular class
attendance, on-time arrival, class preparation and
participation, conduct in class, academic honesty,
compliance with the NSU honor code, etc.. These topics are
covered in greater detail in the NSU Catalog and the Student
Handbook.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): In accordance with
Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act and the ADA of
1990, if you have a disability or think you have a
disability, contact Supporting Students through Disability
Services (SSDS) for information regarding programs and
services to enhance student academic success.
Location: Student Services Center, Suite 110
Contact:
(757)823-8325

University Assessment Statement: As part of NSUs

commitment to provide the environment and resources needed
for success, students may be required to participate in a
number of university-wide assessment activities. The
activities may include tests, surveys, focus groups and
interviews, and portfolio reviews. The primary purpose of
the assessment activities is to determine the extent to
which the Universitys programs and services maintain a high
level of quality and meet the needs of students. Students
will not be identified in the analysis of results. Unless
indicated otherwise by the instructor, results from
University assessment activities will not be computed in
student grades.
Academic Difficulties: If you are having problems
understanding the topics covered in class, or assigned
readings, or are earning poor grades, dont wait to get
help. Your success is enhanced if you seek help ASAP while
you still have ample time to earn a passing grade. The real
issue here is do you understand the material being covered
and are you learning it well enough to be able to use it in
the future. Dont waitget help ASAP.
Success Tips: NSU provides an abundance of resources
designed to support classroom experiences. No two students
learn in exactly the same way. Experiment to find out what
works for you. Use library resources, study groups, tutors,
time management strategies, online resources, etc. to help
you to achieve your short and long term goals.
The SPARTAN SUCCESS CENTER offers services designed to
improve student achievement, increase retention, and reduce
time to degree completion. Students are encouraged to take
advantage of tutoring (including SMARTHINKING online free
tutoring service), advising, mentoring, Sophomore Year
Experience, and Examination of Writing Competency
assistance. (http://www.nsu.edu/provost/ssc/).
Exercise Science Lab. (Bozeman Education Bldg., Room 120):
Take advantage of this resource to enhance your learning
experience. Visit the Lab frequently and you might just see
that the topics covered in your various classes actually
come alive when you use additional resources to aid the
learning process.
*** Please silence all "electronic devices" prior to
entering the classroom. ***