Concussions

What is a concussion?

• A permanent loss of brain function.

• A temporary brain injury.

• A neck injury that causes headaches.

• A minor injury.

What can cause a concussion?

• Only a direct blow to the head.

• A hit to the body causing the head to move rapidly back and forth.

A person must lose consciousness for it to be considered a concussion.

• True

• False

All of these are symptoms of concussions except....

• Dizziness

• Grumpiness

• Confusion

• Excitement

How do YOU identify a concussion?

• MRI or CT scan

• Watch for the specific symptoms.

• Check heart rate

• Attempt to walk a straight line.

If concussion symptoms do not appear within 15 minutes the person is fine.

• True

• False

What are the three R's of a concussion?

• Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

• Recognize, Reduce, Repeat

• Recognize, Report, Rest

• Reduce, Report, Rest

If someone sustains a concussion how likely are they to receive another?

• Same as before

• More likely

• Not as likely

• They will not receive another one

If you think you have a concussion you should...

• Finish what you are doing and then assess signs of symptoms.

• Wait until your head starts to hurt before seeing a doctor.

• Tell someone, then go see a doctor.

• Wait. If it is bad enough people will recognize the symptoms.