Description: There are rare circumstances, however, where an athlete with SCT succumbs to a cascade of pathophysiological symptoms that result in severe pain, weakness, and conscious collapse with sickling of the red blood cells. If not identified early and treated the result is explosive rhabdomyolysis and death. The term ECAST (exercise collapse associated with sickle cell trait) was introduced in 2011.

Objectives: The reader will describe the difference in collapse from ECAST versus collapse from Exertional Heat Illness. The reader will define Sickle Cell Trait (SCT) The reader will identify complicating factors that may increase the risk of ECAST. The reader will explain why good hydration is valuable in decreasing the risk of ECAST in athletes. The reader will identify the key educational concepts coaches, superiors and other athletes need to understand to reduce the risk of ECAST. The reader will outline the current pathophysiological process of ECAST, that if not addressed may result in death.

Status: Active

Activity Difficulty Level: Mastery

Domains:

• Assessment
• Evaluation and Diagnosis
• Risk Reduction
• Wellness and Health Literacy
• Therapeutic Intervention

Dual Credentials and JA: Emergency Medical Technicians/Paramedics, Nursing Professionals, Occupational Therapy Professionals, Physical Therapy Professionals, Physician Assistants, Physicians

Cost: $0.00

CEUs: 1.25