Concussion Management

Where do children often get concussions, aside from contact sports?

• In the classroom during lessons

• During unstructured play in the playground

• While riding the school bus

• During structured physical education classes

Why is it important for parents and teachers to communicate about a child's concussion?

• To monitor the child's dietary needs

• To arrange for alternative transportation to school

• To notice any changes in the child's behavior or abilities

• To ensure the child completes their homework

What is a key part of the resource developed for dealing with concussions?

• Assigning a personal aide to the child for all school activities

• Providing a quiet room for the child to rest in during school hours

• Ensuring the child is immediately removed from school activities

• Having empathy for the child's frustrations upon returning to school

What is the recommended action if there is doubt about a child's concussion status?

• Continue with normal activities

• Sit them out of activities

• Send them to the school nurse immediately

• Call the parents to pick them up

What environments at school are mentioned as places where concussions can occur?

• On the school bus

• In unstructured play environments like the playground

• In the cafeteria

• In structured classes