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University of TampaGuideline for Evaluation and Care of InjuriesBob Martinez Sports Center – Athletic Training RoomEmergency Care Procedures*In the event that an athlete is injured, the following procedure should be followed:A. Life threatening (3 steps: Check-Call-Care)-Check: Injuries of this nature are considered medical emergencies and should be treated as such. These include but are not limited to:1. Cessation of breathing2. Cessation of heartbeat3. Severe bleeding4. Serious fracture/dislocation5. Possible spinal injury6. Heat illness (heat exhaustion, heat stroke)-Call: When there is little or no time to consult a team physician or certified athletic trainer, immediate care for the student athlete is critical. Instruct student to make the following phone calls in the following order:Nearest Telephone: Athletic Training Room Office (813-253-6264) or cell phone1. Ambulance (911)2. Security (813-253-3333)3. Head Athletic Trainer (Scott Brickett) W (813-253-6264) C (813-323-1094) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Heather Van Opdorp) W (813-253-6264) C (813-391-7412) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Nate Wood) W (813-257-1734) C (603-944-5907) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Zack White) W (813-253-6264) C (419-303-7972) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Junita Payne) W (813-253-6264) C (248-752-4484)*Be sure to provide accurate, coherent information to the person contacted:Ex: I have an injured athlete with a possible neck injury located in the athletic training room of the Bob Martinez Sports Center at the University of Tampa on North Boulevard between Kennedy Blvd. and Cass St., located next at the entrance of the General Peter J. Schoomaker ROTC and Athletics Building at 1001 W. North B Street .*Athletic Training Student or ATC should be out on North B Street to direct the ambulance into the athletic training room.-Care: Perform the necessary and appropriate first aid.B. Non-Life Threatening-Injuries of this nature will require medical attention but are not an immediate threat to the athlete's life. These include but are not limited to:1. Lacerations which may require sutures2. Sickness 3. Possible fracture4. Orthopedic injury (subluxation/dislocation)-Be sure to comfort the athlete and present a calm, logical approach to the problem. -Perform the necessary and appropriate first aid.-Contact the one of the Athletic Training Staff cell phones if hours permit (see above). -If need be, transport the athlete to Tampa General Hospital (Level 1 Trauma facility) at 2 Columbia Drive, Davis Island or Memorial Hospital at 2901 Swann Ave., Tampa.University of TampaGuideline for Evaluation and Care of InjuriesSam Bailey Baseball FieldEmergency Care Procedures*In the event that an athlete is injured, the following procedure should be followed:A. Life threatening (3 steps: Check-Call-Care)-Check: Injuries of this nature are considered medical emergencies and should be treated as such. These include but are not limited to:1. Cessation of breathing2. Cessation of heartbeat3. Severe bleeding4. Serious fracture/dislocation5. Possible spinal injury6. Heat illness (heat exhaustion, heat stroke)-Call: When there is little or no time to consult a team physician or certified athletic trainer, immediate care for the student athlete is critical. Instruct Assistant Coach to make the following phone calls in the following order:Nearest Telephone: Cell Phone or blue emergency phone near the right field line1. Ambulance (911)2. Security (813-253-3333)3. Head Athletic Trainer (Scott Brickett) W (813-253-6264) C (813-323-1094) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Heather Van Opdorp) W (813-253-6264) C (813-391-7412) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Nate Wood) W (813-257-1734) C (603-944-5907) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Zack White) W (813-253-6264) C (419-303-7972) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Junita Payne) W (813-253-6264) C (248-752-4484)*Be sure to provide accurate, coherent information to the person contacted:Ex: I have an injured athlete with a possible neck injury located on the baseball field at the University of Tampa on the corner of North Boulevard and Cass St. *Assistant Coach should be out on the street to direct the ambulance. *Be sure to send someone with keys to unlock the gate behind home plate on North Blvd.-Care: Perform the necessary and appropriate first aid.B. Non-Life Threatening-Injuries of this nature will require medical attention but are not an immediate threat to the athlete's life. These include but are not limited to:1. Lacerations which may require sutures2. Sickness 3. Possible fracture4. Orthopedic injury (subluxation/dislocation)-Be sure to comfort the athlete and present a calm, logical approach to the problem. -Perform the necessary and appropriate first aid.-Contact the Athletic Training Room if hours permit (813-253-6264). -If need be, transport the athlete to Tampa General Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Facility) at 2 Columbia Drive, Davis Island or Memorial Hospital at 2901 Swann Ave., Tampa. C. Safe shelter during Lightning delays:In the event that your practice or competition is delayed due to dangerous lightning in the area, please direct your team and staff inside to the Bob Martinez Sports Center.University of TampaGuideline for Evaluation and Care of InjuriesUT Boat HouseEmergency Care Procedures*In the event that an athlete is injured, the following procedure should be followed:A. Life threatening (3 steps: Check-Call-Care)-Check: Injuries of this nature are considered medical emergencies and should be treated as such. These include but are not limited to:1. Cessation of breathing2. Cessation of heartbeat3. Severe bleeding4. Serious fracture/dislocation5. Possible spinal injury6. Heat illness (heat exhaustion, heat stroke)-Call: When there is little or no time to consult a team physician or certified athletic trainer, immediate care for the student athlete is critical. Instruct assistant coach to make the following phone calls in the following order:Nearest Telephone: Inside Boat House or cell phone1. Ambulance (911)2. Security (813-253-3333)3. Head Athletic Trainer (Scott Brickett) W (813-253-6264) C (813-323-1094) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Heather Van Opdorp) W (813-253-6264) C (813-391-7412) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Nate Wood) W (813-257-1734) C (603-944-5907) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Zack White) W (813-253-6264) C (419-303-7972) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Junita Payne) W (813-253-6264) C (248-752-4484)*Be sure to provide accurate, coherent information to the person contacted:Ex: I have an injured athlete with a possible neck injury located at the boat house on the University of Tampa campus just north of Plant Hall from the Hyde Park entrance. *Be sure to have someone in front of the library to direct the ambulance upon its arrival.-Care: Perform the necessary and appropriate first aid.B. Non-Life Threatening-Injuries of this nature will require medical attention but are not an immediate threat to the athlete's life. These include but are not limited to:1. Lacerations which may require sutures2. Sickness 3. Possible fracture4. Orthopedic injury (subluxation/dislocation)-Be sure to comfort the athlete and present a calm, logical approach to the problem. -Perform the necessary and appropriate first aid.-Contact the Athletic Training Room if hours permit (813-253-6264). -If need be, transport the athlete to Tampa General Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Facility) at 2 Columbia Dr., Davis Island or Memorial Hospital at 2901 Swann Ave., TampaC. Safe shelter during Lightning delays:In the event that your practice or competition is delayed due to dangerous lightning in the area, please direct your team and staff to inside the Boat House.University of TampaGuideline for Evaluation and Care of InjuriesCass Street GymEmergency Care Procedures*In the event that an athlete is injured, the following procedure should be followed:A. Life threatening (3 steps: Check-Call-Care)-Check: Injuries of this nature are considered medical emergencies and should be treated as such. These include but are not limited to:1. Cessation of breathing2. Cessation of heartbeat3. Severe bleeding4. Serious fracture/dislocation5. Possible spinal injury6. Heat illness (heat exhaustion, heat stroke)-Call: When there is little or no time to consult a team physician or certified athletic trainer, immediate care for the student athlete is critical. Instruct assistant coach to make the following phone calls in the following order:Nearest Telephone: East wall of gym or Cell Phone1. Ambulance (911)2. Security (813-253-3333)3. Head Athletic Trainer (Scott Brickett) W (813-253-6264) C (813-323-1094) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Heather Van Opdorp) W (813-253-6264) C (813-391-7412) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Nate Wood) W (813-257-1734) C (603-944-5907) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Zack White) W (813-253-6264) C (419-303-7972) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Junita Payne) W (813-253-6264) C (248-752-4484)*Be sure to provide accurate, coherent information to the person contacted:Ex: I have an injured athlete with a possible neck injury located in the Cass gymnasium at the University of Tampa on the south side of Cass Street between the Hillsborough River and North Boulevard.*Assistant coach or team manager should be out on Cass Street by the entrance to direct the ambulance.-Care: Perform the necessary and appropriate first aid.B. Non-Life Threatening-Injuries of this nature will require medical attention but are not an immediate threat to the athlete's life. These include but are not limited to:1. Lacerations which may require sutures2. Sickness 3. Possible fracture4. Orthopedic injury (subluxation/dislocation)-Be sure to comfort the athlete and present a calm, logical approach to the problem. -Perform the necessary and appropriate first aid.-Contact the Athletic Training Room if hours permit (813-253-6264). -If need be, transport the athlete to Tampa General Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Facility) at 2 Columbia Drive, Davis Island or Memorial Hospital at 2901 Swann Ave., Tampa. University of TampaGuideline for Evaluation and Care of InjuriesBob Martinez Sports Center GymnasiumEmergency Care Procedures*In the event that an athlete is injured, the following procedure should be followed:A. Life threatening (3 steps: Check-Call-Care)-Check: Injuries of this nature are considered medical emergencies and should be treated as such. These include but are not limited to:1. Cessation of breathing2. Cessation of heartbeat3. Severe bleeding4. Serious fracture/dislocation5. Possible spinal injury6. Heat illness (heat exhaustion, heat stroke)-Call: When there is little or no time to consult a team physician or certified athletic trainer, immediate care for the student athlete is critical. Instruct assistant coach to make the following phone calls in the following order:Nearest Telephone: SE wall of gym or the Athletic Director’s suite off the main lobby.1. Ambulance (911)2. Security (813-253-3333)3. Head Athletic Trainer (Scott Brickett) W (813-253-6264) C (813-323-1094) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Heather Van Opdorp) W (813-253-6264) C (813-391-7412) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Nate Wood) W (813-257-1734) C (603-944-5907) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Zack White) W (813-253-6264) C (419-303-7972) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Junita Payne) W (813-253-6264) C (248-752-4484)*Be sure to provide accurate, coherent information to the person contacted:Ex: I have an injured athlete with a possible neck injury located in the Bob Martinez Sports Center gymnasium at the University of Tampa on North Boulevard between Kennedy Blvd. and Cass St.*Assistant coach or team manager should be out on the street to direct the ambulance into fire lane at north side of building.-Care: Perform the necessary and appropriate first aid.B. Non-Life Threatening-Injuries of this nature will require medical attention but are not an immediate threat to the athlete's life. These include but are not limited to:1. Lacerations which may require sutures2. Sickness 3. Possible fracture4. Orthopedic injury (subluxation/dislocation)-Be sure to comfort the athlete and present a calm, logical approach to the problem. -Perform the necessary and appropriate first aid.-Contact the Athletic Training Room if hours permit (813-253-6264). -If need be, transport the athlete to Tampa General Hospital (Level 1 Trauma facility) at 2 Columbia Drive, Davis Island or Memorial Hospital at 2901 Swann Ave., Tampa.University of TampaGuideline for Evaluation and Care of InjuriesUT Swimming PoolEmergency Care Procedures*In the event that an athlete is injured, the following procedure should be followed:A. Life threatening (3 steps: Check-Call-Care)-Check: Injuries of this nature are considered medical emergencies and should be treated as such. These include but are not limited to:1. Cessation of breathing2. Cessation of heartbeat3. Severe bleeding4. Serious fracture/dislocation5. Possible spinal injury6. Heat illness (heat exhaustion, heat stroke)-Call: When there is little or no time to consult a team physician or certified athletic trainer, immediate care for the student athlete is critical. Instruct assistant coach to make the following phone calls in the following order:Nearest Telephone: Swimming Office or Cell Phone1. Ambulance (911)2. Security (813-253-3333)3. Head Athletic Trainer (Scott Brickett) W (813-253-6264) C (813-323-1094) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Heather Van Opdorp) W (813-253-6264) C (813-391-7412) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Nate Wood) W (813-257-1734) C (603-944-5907) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Zack White) W (813-253-6264) C (419-303-7972) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Junita Payne) W (813-253-6264) C (248-752-4484)*Be sure to provide accurate, coherent information to the person contacted:Ex: I have an injured athlete with a possible neck injury located at the swimming pool on the University of Tampa campus just north of Plant Hall from the Hyde Park entrance.*Be sure to have someone out on the street to direct the ambulance upon its arrival.-Care: Perform the necessary and appropriate first aid.B. Non-Life Threatening-Injuries of this nature will require medical attention but are not an immediate threat to the athlete's life. These include but are not limited to:1. Lacerations which may require sutures2. Sickness 3. Possible fracture4. Orthopedic injury (subluxation/dislocation)-Be sure to comfort the athlete and present a calm, logical approach to the problem. -Perform the necessary and appropriate first aid.-Contact the Athletic Training Room if hours permit (813-253-6264). -If need be, transport the athlete to Tampa General Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Facility) at 2 Columbia Drive, Davis Island or Memorial Hospital at 2901 Swann Ave., Tampa. C. Safe shelter during Lightning delays:In the event that your practice or competition is delayed due to dangerous lightning in the area, please direct your team and staff to the MacDonald - Kelce Library.University of TampaGuideline for Evaluation and Care of InjuriesNaimoli Family Softball FieldEmergency Care Procedures*In the event that an athlete is injured, the following procedure should be followed:A. Life threatening (3 steps: Check-Call-Care)-Check: Injuries of this nature are considered medical emergencies and should be treated as such. These include but are not limited to:1. Cessation of breathing2. Cessation of heartbeat3. Severe bleeding4. Serious fracture/dislocation5. Possible spinal injury6. Heat illness (heat exhaustion, heat stroke)-Call: When there is little or no time to consult a team physician or certified athletic trainer, immediate care for the student athlete is critical. Instruct Assistant Coach to make the following phone calls in the following order:Nearest Telephone: Athletic Training Room or Cell Phone1. Ambulance (911)2. Security (813-253-3333)3. Head Athletic Trainer (Scott Brickett) W (813-253-6264) C (813-323-1094) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Heather Van Opdorp) W (813-253-6264) C (813-391-7412) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Nate Wood) W (813-257-1734) C (603-944-5907) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Zack White) W (813-253-6264) C (419-303-7972) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Junita Payne) W (813-253-6264) C (248-752-4484)*Be sure to provide accurate, coherent information to the person contacted:Ex: I have an injured athlete with a possible neck injury located on the softball field at the University of Tampa on the corner of North B Street and Edison Avenue just west of the General Peter J. Schoomaker ROTC and Athletics Building.*Assistant coach should be out in the street to direct the ambulance upon its arrival.*Be sure to have someone unlock the left field gate if necessary.-Care: Perform the necessary and appropriate first aid.B. Non-Life Threatening-Injuries of this nature will require medical attention but are not an immediate threat to the athlete's life. These include but are not limited to:1. Lacerations which may require sutures2. Sickness 3. Possible fracture4. Orthopedic injury (subluxation/dislocation)-Be sure to comfort the athlete and present a calm, logical approach to the problem. -Perform the necessary and appropriate first aid.-Contact the Athletic Training Room if hours permit (813-253-6264). -If need be, transport the athlete to Tampa General Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Facility) at 2 Columbia Drive, Davis Island or Memorial Hospital at 2901 Swann Ave., Tampa. C. Safe shelter during Lightning delays:In the event that your practice or competition is delayed due to dangerous lightning in the area, please direct your team and staff to the Bob Martinez Sports Center.University of TampaGuideline for Evaluation and Care of InjuriesPepin-Rood StadiumEmergency Care Procedures*In the event that an athlete is injured, the following procedure should be followed:A. Life threatening (3 steps: Check-Call-Care)-Check: Injuries of this nature are considered medical emergencies and should be treated as such. These include but are not limited to:1. Cessation of breathing2. Cessation of heartbeat3. Severe bleeding4. Serious fracture/dislocation5. Possible spinal injury6. Heat illness (heat exhaustion, heat stroke)-Call: When there is little or no time to consult a team physician or certified athletic trainer, immediate care for the student athlete is critical. Instruct the assistant coach to make the following phone calls in the following order:Nearest phone: Cell phone or inside Bob Martinez Sports Center1. Ambulance (911)2. Security (813-253-3333)3. Head Athletic Trainer (Scott Brickett) W (813-253-6264) C (813-323-1094) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Heather Van Opdorp) W (813-253-6264) C (813-391-7412) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Nate Wood) W (813-257-1734) C (603-944-5907) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Zack White) W (813-253-6264) C (419-303-7972) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Junita Payne) W (813-253-6264) C (248-752-4484)*Be sure to provide accurate, coherent information to the person contacted:Ex: I have an injured athlete with a possible neck injury located on the soccer field at the University of Tampa on North Boulevard between Kennedy Blvd. and Cass St.*Assistant coach should be out on the street to direct the ambulance upon its arrival.*Be sure to have someone unlock the SW double gates if necessary.-Care: Perform the necessary and appropriate first aid.B. Non-Life Threatening-Injuries of this nature will require medical attention but are not an immediate threat to the athlete's life. These include but are not limited to:1. Lacerations which may require sutures2. Sickness 3. Possible fracture4. Orthopedic injury (subluxation/dislocation)-Be sure to comfort the athlete and present a calm, logical approach to the problem. -Perform the necessary and appropriate first aid.-Contact the Athletic Training Room if hours permit (813-253-6264). -If need be, transport the athlete to Tampa General Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Facility) at 2 Columbia Dr., Davis Island or Memorial Hospital at 2901 Swann Ave., Tampa.C. Safe shelter during Lightning delays:In the event that your practice or competition is delayed due to dangerous lightning in the area, please direct your team to the team room while fans and staff should be directed to the Bob Martinez Sports Center.University of TampaGuideline for Evaluation and Care of InjuriesNaimoli and Young Family Tennis CourtsEmergency Care Procedures*In the event that an athlete is injured, the following procedure should be followed:A. Life threatening (3 steps: Check-Call-Care)-Check: Injuries of this nature are considered medical emergencies and should be treated as such. These include but are not limited to:1. Cessation of breathing2. Cessation of heartbeat3. Severe bleeding4. Serious fracture/dislocation5. Possible spinal injury6. Heat illness (heat exhaustion, heat stroke)-Call: When there is little or no time to consult a team physician or certified athletic trainer, immediate care for the student athlete is critical. Instruct someone to make the following phone calls in the following order:Nearest Telephone: Emergency Phone just south of the west courts or Cell Phone: 1. Ambulance (911)2. Security (813-253-3333)3. Head Athletic Trainer (Scott Brickett) W (813-253-6264) C (813-323-1094) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Heather Van Opdorp) W (813-253-6264) C (813-391-7412) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Nate Wood) W (813-257-1734) C (603-944-5907) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Zack White) W (813-253-6264) C (419-303-7972) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Junita Payne) W (813-253-6264) C (248-752-4484)*Be sure to provide accurate, coherent information to the person contacted:Ex: I have an injured athlete with a possible neck injury located on the tennis courts at the University of Tampa north of the intersection of North B Street and North Boulevard just North of the Bob Martinez Sports Center.*Be sure to have someone out on the street to direct the ambulance upon its arrival.*Be sure to have someone unlock the emergency access gate next to the southeast corner of the East Courts.-Care: Perform the necessary and appropriate first aid.B. Non-Life Threatening-Injuries of this nature will require medical attention but are not an immediate threat to the athlete's life. These include but are not limited to:1. Lacerations which may require sutures2. Sickness 3. Possible fracture4. Orthopedic injury (subluxation/dislocation)-Be sure to comfort the athlete and present a calm, logical approach to the problem. -Perform the necessary and appropriate first aid.-Contact the Athletic Training Room if hours permit (813-253-6264). -If need be, transport the athlete to Tampa General Hospital (Level 1 Trauma facility) at 2 Columbia Dr., Davis Island or Memorial Hospital at 2901 Swann Ave., Tampa. C. Safe shelter during Lightning delays:In the event that your practice or competition is delayed due to dangerous lightning in the area, please direct your team and staff inside to the Bob Martinez Sports Center. University of TampaGuideline for Evaluation and Care of InjuriesBob Martinez Sports Center Varsity Weight RoomEmergency Care Procedures*In the event that an athlete is injured, the following procedure should be followed:A. Life threatening (3 steps: Check-Call-Care)-Check: Injuries of this nature are considered medical emergencies and should be treated as such. These include but are not limited to:1. Cessation of breathing2. Cessation of heartbeat3. Severe bleeding4. Serious fracture/dislocation5. Possible spinal injury6. Heat illness (heat exhaustion, heat stroke)-Call: When there is little or no time to consult a team physician or certified athletic trainer, immediate care for the student athlete is critical. Instruct an intern or uninjured athlete to make the following phone calls in the following order: Nearest Telephone: Athletic Training room or Coach’s office1. Ambulance (911)2. Security (813-253-3333)3. Head Athletic Trainer (Scott Brickett) W (813-253-6264) C (813-323-1094) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Heather Van Opdorp) W (813-253-6264) C (813-391-7412) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Nate Wood) W (813-257-1734) C (603-944-5907) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Zack White) W (813-253-6264) C (419-303-7972) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Junita Payne) W (813-253-6264) C (248-752-4484) *Be sure to provide accurate, coherent information to the person contacted:Ex: I have an injured athlete with a possible neck injury located in the weight room of the Bob Martinez Sports Center at the University of Tampa on North Boulevard between Kennedy Blvd. and Cass St. *An assistant coach or uninjured athlete should wait at the entrance of the BMSC to direct the ambulance upon its arrival.-Care: Perform the necessary and appropriate first aid.B. Non-Life Threatening-Injuries of this nature will require medical attention but are not an immediate threat to the athlete's life. These include but are not limited to:1. Lacerations which may require sutures2. Sickness 3. Possible fracture4. Orthopedic injury (subluxation/dislocation)-Be sure to comfort the athlete and present a calm, logical approach to the problem. -Perform the necessary and appropriate first aid.-Contact the Athletic Training Room if hours permit (813-253-6264). -If need be, transport the athlete to Tampa General Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Facility) at 2 Columbia Dr.,Davis Island or Memorial Hospital at 2901 Swann Ave., Tampa.University of TampaEmergency Action PlanNaimoli Family Athletic and Intramural ComplexEmergency Care Procedures*In the event that an athlete is injured, the following procedure should be followed:A. Life threatening (3 steps: Check-Call-Care)-Check: Injuries of this nature are considered medical emergencies and should be treated as such. These include but are not limited to:1. Cessation of breathing2. Cessation of heartbeat3. Severe bleeding4. Serious fracture/dislocation5. Possible spinal injury6. Heat illness (heat exhaustion, heat stroke)-Call: When there is little or no time to consult a team physician or certified athletic trainer, immediate care for the student athlete is critical. Instruct the assistant coach to make the following phone calls in the following order:Nearest phone: Blue emergency phone in the NE corner of field or cell phone.1. Ambulance (911)2. Security (813-253-3333)3. Head Athletic Trainer (Scott Brickett) W (813-253-6264) C (813-323-1094) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Heather Van Opdorp) W (813-253-6264) C (813-391-7412) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Nate Wood) W (813-257-1734) C (603-944-5907) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Zack White) W (813-253-6264) C (419-303-7972) or Assistant Athletic Trainer (Junita Payne) W (813-253-6264) C (248-752-4484) *Be sure to provide accurate, coherent information to the person contacted:Ex: I have an injured athlete with a possible neck injury located on the lacrosse field at the University of Tampa on North A Street off of North Boulevard between Kennedy Blvd and Cass St..*An assistant coach should be out on the street to direct the ambulance upon its arrival.*Be sure to have someone unlock the NE double gates if necessary.-Care: Perform the necessary and appropriate first aid.B. Non-Life Threatening-Injuries of this nature will require medical attention but are not an immediate threat to the athlete's life. These include but are not limited to:1. Lacerations which may require sutures2. Sickness 3. Possible fracture4. Orthopedic injury (subluxation/dislocation)-Be sure to comfort the athlete and present a calm, logical approach to the problem. -Perform the necessary and appropriate first aid.-Contact the Athletic Training Room if hours permit (813-253-6264). -If need be, transport the athlete to Tampa General Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Facility) at 2 Columbia Dr., Davis Island or Memorial Hospital at 2901 Swann Ave., Tampa.C. Safe shelter during Lightning delays:In the event that your practice or competition is delayed due to dangerous lightning in the area, please direct your team to the team room under the east and west sides of the stadium while fans and staff should be directed to the Bob Martinez Sports Center. ................
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