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Question 10 of 28 for our Athletic Trainer Mock Interview

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Question 10 of 28

In your career as an athletic trainer, have you ever come across an injury that made you queasy?

"I have a strong stomach when it comes to a variety of injuries. I have not yet come across an injury that has made me queasy, I understand that as an athletic trainer I may come across some severe injuries, but I am confident that I can handle them professionally."

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How to Answer: In your career as an athletic trainer, have you ever come across an injury that made you queasy?

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  • 10. In your career as an athletic trainer, have you ever come across an injury that made you queasy?

      How to Answer

      As an athletic trainer, it's crucial that you can handle looking at and treating all types of injuries. Assure the interviewer that you are capable of professionally handling all types of injuries.

      Written by Rachelle Enns

      Entry Level

      "I came across a lot of severe injuries while studying sports medicine but none that were so severe that I could not handle it."

      Written by Rachelle Enns

      Answer Example

      "I have a strong stomach when it comes to a variety of injuries. I have not yet come across an injury that has made me queasy, I understand that as an athletic trainer I may come across some severe injuries, but I am confident that I can handle them professionally."

      Written by Rachelle Enns

      Experienced

      "Before working as an athletic trainer, I was an emergency medical technician. This experience exposed me to a lot of severe injuries. I have a strong will and can see the person behind the injury rather than focus on the gruesome state of the body."

      Written by Rachelle Enns

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      Anonymous Answer

      "No, I have not. And if I do, I hope for it to be a good story to tell."

      Rachelle's Feedback

      Haha - great mentality to have! I'm sure it would be a memorable story if it ever happened. In the end, I recommend adding a qualifying statement regarding your ability to handle a wide range of injuries (as gruesome as some could be!).