When an athletic trainer keeps thorough and accurate paperwork, it
a. establishes the athlete's assumption of risk.
b. may indicate the trainer is more interested in papers than in the client's performance.
c. eliminates the team's legal liability.
d. gives a lawyer suing the team more information to work with.
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A Correct.
B Thorough documentation is essential for showing that all parties are aware of risk and are doing everything they can to reduce risk, both of which are essential in limiting liability and avoiding charges of negligence.
C No action can completely eliminate a team's legal liability.
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