title: Preparticipation Physical Evaluation.
abstract: Preparticipation physical evaluations are often a challenge for physicians. A recent study examined the PPE in clinical practice among pediatricians and family physicians in the state of Washington. Unfortunately, many physicians in this study perceived significant barriers to effective performance of the PPE. These barriers included uncertainty about how to perform the PPE, the relative importance of each PPE component, and the lack of a standardized approach and time for appropriate performance of the PPE. Although these concerns are shared by physicians beyond the borders of Washington, those who are aware of the information contained in the PPE monograph are able to use current best practices to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of this examination and report greater comfort and satisfaction with these evaluations.
authors.forename: Michele
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: LaBotz
authors.forename: David
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Bernhardt
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000295:Adolescent Medicine; D000755:Anemia, Sickle Cell / Q000175:diagnosis; D056352:Athletes; D001835:Body Weight; D005767:Gastrointestinal Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis; D006304:Health Status; D006334:Heart Function Tests; D006801:Humans; D008487:Medical History Taking / Q000379:methods; D009140:Musculoskeletal Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis; D009752:Nutritional Status; D010808:Physical Examination / Q000379:methods*; D012129:Respiratory Function Tests; D012871:Skin Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis; D013177:Sports; D020196:Trauma, Nervous System / Q000517:prevention & control; D014786:Vision Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis