Concussion Pre-test

Select all that apply. A concussion is...

• A type of traumatic brain injury

• Not always serious

• Always serious

• An injury that changes the way the brain works

• Are only diagnosed if you lose consciousness

What are the categories that concussion symptoms can be broken into (select all that apply)

• Thinking and Learning

• Physical

• Sleep

• Emotional

Concussions can be caused by a fall or blow to the body that causes the head and brain to move rapidly back and forth?

• True

• False

What is not a danger sign related to concussions (select all that apply)?

• One pupil larger than the other

• Irritability

• Slurred Speech

• Repeated vomiting

When a student returns to learning, engaging in academic activities that require concentration can cause concussion symptoms to worsen

• True

• False

If a student looks fine, they are probably not bothered by concussion symptoms

• True

• False

As a teacher, it is not my responsibility to monitor a student with a concussion

• True

• False

Which of the following is NOT a concussion symptom (select all that apply)?

• Feeling irritable

• Feeling sluggish

• Rapid heart rate

• Sensitivity to noise

Which of the following should I be looking for and reporting about my students with concussions (select all that apply)

• Change from their baseline performance with concentration

• A new issue with completing tasks or assignments on time

• A new problem with organizing tasks

• New impulsive or inappropriate behaviors in class

How can I help a student with a concussion (select all that apply)?

• Excuse all their work

• Assume the nurse and counselor are handling the concussion restrictions and accommodations at school

• Follow ALL of the medical restrictions and accommodations that are shared with me

• Wait for the student to communicate what they need from me