1. ETHICS & LEGAL CONCERNS Ethics – principles or values that guide actions All members are responsible for their actions. Need to protect all members of team & athletes. Need to establish a CODE OF ETHICS for sports medicine team

2. ETHICAL & LEGAL CONCERNS Standards of Care-requirements of treatment to athlete based on nature of injury and skill of medical professional. Minimum standard in every situation Negligence/Liability-failure to give appropriate care (treatment).

3. ETHICS & LEGAL CONCERNS Risk Management-decrease the chance of injury * Proper training techniques *Maintain paperwork (injury log, treatment log, release forms, insurance documents) *Follow treatment procedures appropriate for injury & YOUR qualifications. *Do not use faulty equipment

4. ETHICS & LEGAL CONCERNS S Supervison Always watch your athletes A Aid Provide as needed F Facilities Must be checked daily for potential hazards E Equipment From treatment to athletic use

5. ETHICS & LEGAL CONCERNS BASIC LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES - Knowledge of assessment & management of injuries -Providing & maintaining a safe & effective facilities -Instructing athletes in safety procedures -Planning an appropriate emergency action plan -Taking reasonable steps to provide medical assistance when required -Prevent athletes from returning to play if reinjury is possible -Maintain confidential medical records (HIPAA)

6. ETHICAL & LEGAL CONCERNS Assignment Develop a set of ethical standards you would give a team. Create a check list of things to do to decrease liability for your sports medicine team. Define key terms in text page 54