CAA Student-Athlete Welfare and Support Services Flashcards
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What is the purpose of a pre-participation physical examination (PPE) for student-athletes?
Answer: To identify medical conditions that may pose a health risk during athletic participation
The PPE identifies health conditions that could put a student-athlete at risk during sport participation and ensures medical clearance before competition.
Which of the following BEST describes the concept of in loco parentis in athletics?
Answer: The school acting in place of parents to ensure student safety
In loco parentis means the school assumes a parental role and corresponding duty of care for students during school activities including athletics.
An athletic administrator is developing a concussion management protocol. Which stakeholders should MOST be involved?
Answer: Athletic trainer, school nurse, team physician, administrators, coaches, and parents
Effective concussion management requires a team approach involving medical professionals, administrators, coaches, and parents to ensure athlete safety.
What is the key purpose of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) for athletic administrators?
Answer: To protect the privacy of student educational records, including athletic eligibility records
FERPA protects the confidentiality of student educational records and governs how athletic administrators may share student information.
Which of the following is a key component of an effective student-athlete drug and alcohol prevention program?
Answer: Education, consistent enforcement of policy, and access to counseling resources
Effective prevention programs combine education, clear and consistent enforcement, and support resources to address substance use proactively.
A student-athlete reports being bullied by a teammate. What is the athletic administrator's FIRST obligation?
Answer: Take the complaint seriously and follow the school's anti-bullying and investigation procedures
Athletic administrators must take all bullying reports seriously, investigate them according to school policy, and act to protect the student's well-being.