AOSSM Youth to the NFL Sports Medicine Course with CME-Emergency Action Plan

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Video Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses the importance of an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) for sports teams and organizations. The EAP is a set of processes and protocols put in place to respond to emergencies. The speaker emphasizes that emergencies are inevitable and having a well-structured plan can prevent deaths and ensure prompt response. The focus is not only on athletes but also on game officials, coaches, and staff. The speaker stresses the need for proper equipment and supplies, particularly the availability of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) for sudden cardiac arrest cases. They mention real-life examples of failures in emergency response and highlight the importance of proper communication, training, and practice. The speaker concludes by urging continuous improvement and customization of the EAP to suit the specific needs of each sports team or organization. The credits are given to individuals and organizations who contributed and allowed the speaker to share their materials.

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Presented by Michael Swartzon MD

Keywords

Emergency Action Plan

sports teams

organizations

emergencies

sudden cardiac arrest