Date of Award
Spring 5-23-2015
Document Type
Doctor of Nursing Practice Final Manuscript
Degree Name
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Department
Nursing
First Advisor
Kathleen Sweeney, DNP, CPNP-PC
Second Advisor
Mary Jo Clark, PhD, RN
Abstract
This evidence-based project (EBP) involved development and implementation of an emergency protocol (EP) education program for high school athletes and coaches at a southern California high school. A Doctor of Nursing Practice student, collaborating with health care and athletic personnel, conducted an assessment of the high school’s EPs for management of asthma, anaphylaxis, diabetes, and heat illness. Then, an EP and educational program were created; coaches and athletes were educated on the protocol during a coaches’ meeting and practice times, respectively. All participants completed pre- and post-tests, and mean knowledge scores were compared. The overall knowledge score increased by 10% for coaches and 5% for athletes. High school athletes’ and coaches’ knowledge regarding anaphylaxis increased the most. Although sports emergency data were examined, no emergencies related to the selected conditions occurred during the project period. Anaphylaxis should be an important focus of education for high school athletes and coaches.
Digital USD Citation
Moyer, Casandra B., "Emergency Protocol Program for High School Athletes" (2015). Doctor of Nursing Practice Final Manuscripts. 25.
https://digital.sandiego.edu/dnp/25