WorksheetsConcussion
Total questions: 22
Worksheet time: 16mins
Which mechanism describes acceleration-deceleration brain injury?
A stationary blow directly to the skull
The brain moving back and forth within the skull due to rapid motion changes
Exposure to a loud sound without pressure waves
Penetration of the skull by a sharp object
A blast brain injury most directly results from which cause?
Rotational movement during a car stop
Direct hit to the head by an object
Pressure waves from an explosion impacting the head
Lack of oxygen to the brain during sleep
A student reports dizziness, feeling foggy, and balance problems after a head injury. Based on Dr. Collins' categories, which concussion type does this presentation most likely indicate?
Ocular concussion
Vestibular concussion
Migraine concussion
Mood concussion
According to the guidance on concussion recovery, what is the most accurate statement about the timeline of healing?
It follows a fixed two-week schedule for all athletes.
It varies from person to person and should not be rushed.
It depends only on the athlete’s age.
It can be shortened by immediately returning to play.
A student-athlete is symptom-free and has passed IMPACT Testing. What is the next appropriate action in the high school protocol?
Skip directly to full-contact practice.
Begin the 5-step Return To Play progression.
Resume classes without any academic supports.
Repeat IMPACT Testing daily for a week.
Which item is part of the high school concussion management checklist before full return to play?
504 Plan and primary care provider (PCP) clearance
MRI scan for every athlete
Immediate resistance training
Signed waiver to ignore symptoms
Which of the following best describes the fatal nature of CTE as stated?
CTE is always cured with rest
CTE can be progressive and fatal
CTE only affects children and is temporary
CTE is not related to brain structure changes
Which choice identifies a known cause category linked to CTE from the notes?
Repeated blows to the head
Autoimmune disorders
High altitude exposure
Chronic dehydration
Frontal Lobe
Parietal lobe
Temporal lobe
Occipital lobe
Label these parts of the brain
Cerebellum
Parietal lobe
Frontal Lobe
Temporal lobe
Brainstem
Occipital lobe
A 17 year old football player is evaluated by you after sustaining a head injury during the game. He denied loss of consciousness or previous history of head injury. InItial evaluation, including mental status and balance testing, was normal as was repeat evaluation at halftime. After the game, you note that the athlete has increased headache and blunted affect. With of the following is correct regarding this injury?
The findings are typical for a concussed athlete
The athlete should be immediately transported for more extensive evaluation
The athlete should go home to rest and be re-evaluated the next day
The athlete can resume normal activities that evening
Which of the following statements regarding concussion is true?
In order to be diagnosed with a concussion, the athlete's head must directly strike another object
It is important to wake someone up every hour to check on them if they have sustained a concussion
All screens and digital media should be avoided after a concussion
Physical activity should not be allowed for at least 5-7 days after a concussion
Symptoms of a concussion may start days after the initial injury
20.) 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?
a.) Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
b.) Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS)
c.) Second Impact Syndrome
d.) Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)
19.) 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.
a.) Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
b.) Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS)
c.) Second Impact Syndrome
d.) Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)
12.) Which of the following is FALSE regarding concussions?
a.) Suffering from a concussion can hamper the eyesight of a player.
b.) Every person's timeline for return is exactly the same after suffering a concussion.
c.) A doctor can allow an athlete to return back to activity after suffering a concussion.
d.) After suffering a second concussion, the chances of suffering another third concussion can increase.
11.) Concussions are less dangerous to children and teens because their brains are able to recover faster.
True
False
10.) Which part of the brain is responsible for emotion, personality, and behavior?
Parietal Lobe
Occipital Lobe
Temporal Lobe
Frontal Lobe
9.) An athlete wears a helmet and use mouthpieces because they always prevent concussions.
True
False
6.) Which of the following is caused by repeated blows to the head and body, resulting in damaged neurons and TAU protein deposits and waste build up in brain tissue?
a.) Alzheimer's Disease
b.) ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis)
c.) Post Concussion Syndrome
d.) Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy
4.) What is the most common complaint of symptom for someone suffering from a concussion?
a.) Nausea
b.) Dizziness
c.) Headache
d.) Fatigue
3.) Which of the following is NOT a sign of a concussion?
a.) Headaches and Confusion
b.) Increased Attention and Improved Focus
c.) Amnesia and Memory Problems
d.) Nausea and Vomitting
1.) A concussion occurs every time a person gets hit on the head.
True
False
