Due to the increased cardiac output caused by the sickle cell trait, it is often discussed within the cardiovascular care of athletes. Sickle cell trait has the ability to cause severe illness in individuals and can be exacerbated by environmental factors, such as altitude.
In this assignment, you will research and develop a plan or policy for acclimation of student-athletes with sickle cell that will be competing in high altitudes.
Target Course Objectives
- Understand the indicators used for health and safety in sports programs.
Instructions
In this assignment, you will research and develop a plan or policy for acclimation of student-athletes with sickle cell that will be competing in high altitudes.
Aspects that you will need to consider are:
- Student education
- Travel time/schedule of activities
- Practice/Warm-up/Cool-down time
- Other
Writing Assignment Prompt:
- APA format and style
- Double spaced, Times New Roman, 12 pt. font
- Include appropriate citations when necessary
- Length: 1-page minimum