Concussion

What percentage of athletes do not report feeling any symptoms after a concussive blow?

• 47%

• 78%

• 64%

• 89%

What is a way to increase concussion safety with our athletes?

• Practice correct tackling techniques

• Participate in baseline testing

• Report symptoms if you’re suspicious

• All of the above

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NGSS.HS-PS2-3

Do concussions always present the same way?

• Yes

• No

How should a baseline test be used in the diagnosis of a concussion?

• To look at the patient’s history of head injuries

• To compare only the balance portion of their test

• As practice for the athlete so they know what questions to answer after a hit

• To have a baseline score to compare their test results after a hit to the head

Which of the following about baseline testing is TRUE?

• It is used to determine the patient’s “normal” before getting hit in the head

• It includes a series of essay writing questions for the patient

• It can be completed accurately in under 5 mins

• It is conducted only after a head injury that results in altered brain function

One of the following symptoms can be a sign for a concussion:

• Head impact but no loss of consciousness

• Breaking a leg.

• Fracture of the skull

• Brain hemorrhage

Concussions are considered a form of:

• Sever traumatic brain injury

• Moderate traumatic brain injury

• Mild traumatic brain injury

• Ischemic brain injury

A concussion is a type of brain injury that disrupts normal brain function caused by a blow to the head.

• True

• False

Check all that apply: What are some of the signs of a concussion?

• Headache/Pressure in head

• Bleeding

• Bothered by light and/or noises

• All of the above

Headache, nausea, and feeling tired are symptoms of concussion

• true

• false