WorksheetsConcussions
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 25mins
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
With rest and gradual return to activity, the symptoms of a concussion can disappear and the brain can fully heal:
True
False
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
Which of the following statements about concussion is true?
A person with a concussion will always lose consciousness briefly.
A person must have to be hit with a great deal of force to sustain a concussion.
A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury.
It is safe for a person who may have a concussion to immediately resume whatever activity he or she was engaged in when the injury occurred.
Briefly summarize the plot of the movie Concussion.
The movie Concussion is a romantic comedy about a couple overcoming relationship challenges
The movie Concussion is about Dr. Bennet Omalu's discovery of the link between football-related head trauma and brain damage, and his fight to raise awareness despite NFL opposition.
Concussion follows the story of a group of friends on a road trip across the country
Concussion is a science fiction film set in a dystopian future
What is the main issue addressed in the movie Concussion?
CTE in football players and the NFL's response
A documentary about crime scene in NFL context
A love story between two doctors
A mystery surrounding a dead person
What does CTE stand for?
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy
Chronic Trigger Encephalopathy
Chronic Trigger Endurance
Concussion Traumatic Encephalopathy
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
A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury that is caused by a blow to the head or an injury that makes the head move back and forth with a lot of force.
True
False
Following a concussion, it is recommended to stay away from daily activities such as driving for at least:
One day
You can drive immediately after a concussion
Two years
Two weeks
Concussions can be easily diagnosed using conventional brain imaging techniques like MRI's, CT scans or ultrasounds:
True
False
Headache, nausea, and feeling tired are symptoms of concussion
true
false
Doctors usually tell teens with concussions to rest, get plenty of sleep, cut back on physical and mental activity, and reduce or avoid screen time (including video games and social media) while they are recovering from a concussion
True
False
Which of the following is NOT a potential cause of an athlete's concussion?
An athlete uses their head to hit a soccer ball into the net for a winning goal
An athlete is hit in the head with a rubber lacrosse ball
An athlete hits their head on the turf after making a tackle during a football game
An athlete plays lacrosse when they have bronchitis, against doctor's orders
Which of the following is NOT a sign of a concussion?
Headaches and Confusion
Increased Attention and Improved Focus
Amnesia and Memory Problems
Nausea and Vomitting
What is the most common complaint of symptom for someone suffering from a concussion?
Nausea
Dizziness
Headache
Fatigue
How long can symptoms of a concussion last?
Four Days
Two Weeks
Five Months
All of the above
None of the above
Which of the following is FALSE regarding concussions?
Suffering from a concussion can hamper the eyesight of a player.
Every person's timeline for return is exactly the same after suffering a concussion.
A doctor can allow an athlete to return back to activity after suffering a concussion.
After suffering a second concussion, the chances of suffering another third concussion can increase.
The following are long-term symptoms of a concussion EXCEPT:
Sleep disorders
Extreme fatigue
Memory loss
Mood changes
Clear Thinking and Improved Focus
If you suspect that one of your athletes has sustained a concussion, what would need to happen?
Leave them alone in the locker room while they change. It is ok to head back out to watch the rest of the game.
The individual should not be evaluated by a medical doctor or nurse practitioner, they did not lose consciousness.
Return the individual to their activity, running will help with their symptoms.
The individual must not return to activity until receiving medical clearance by a physician.
Which human body system is most adversely affected by a concussion?
Circulatory
Nervous
Immune
Skeletal
Endocrine
Which of the following occurs when an athlete sustains two concussions within a short period of time, but the second concussive event occurs prior to the healing of the first concussion. This triggers devastating metabolic brain changes that ultimately lead to brain hemorrhage.
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS)
Second Impact Syndrome
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)
The brain pictured on the right is from a 46 year old former professional football player who suffered multiple concussions and head trauma during his playing career. This athlete's family complained that he suffered from violent mood swings, major memory problems, tinnitus, and frequent migraine headaches. Post-mortem investigation reveals heavy Tau protein depositions in many areas of the brain, and increased spacing of both ventricles. What was this former player suffering from before his passing?
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS)
Second Impact Syndrome
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)
Concussions
A) A concussion is a temporary disruption of brain function caused by a blow to the head.
B) Concussions are permanent brain injuries that always result in long-term damage.
C) Concussions can only occur in contact sports like football and boxing.
D) A concussion is a type of injury that affects the skeletal system.
