Concussion Quiz

How long does the average concussion take to heal?

• 2-7 weeks 
  
• 1-3 weeks 
  
•  
  1-6 weeks
  
• 4-10 weeks

Which of the following are post-concussion syndromes except:

• Headaches
• Difficulty concentrating
• Emotional and cognitive problems
• all of them are true

True or False: Long-term effects are common.

• True
• False

True or False: athletes with concussion feel slower and have a difficult time performing tasks

• True
• False

True or False: It's common for the person with the concussion to not remember how the injury occurred.

• True
• False 

What is the second impact syndrome?

• It is sudden death from rapid brain swelling due to the second concussion after a first concussion
• Obtaining a second concussion and having the ability to heal at a faster rate. 
• The second stage of a concussion where you are starting to feel more like yourself.
• Obtaining another concussion and no longer being able to play sports again.

True or False: Second impact syndrome is rare

• True
• False

True or False: After having your first concussion, you are at a lower risk of obtaining a second concussion.

• True
• False

How many symptoms do you need to be diagnosed with a concussion? 

• 1
• 2
• 3
• 5

True or False: helmets prevent concussions

• True
• False