Chapter 126 - Concussion and Common Neurologic Sports Injuries Flashcards
1
Q
what sideline test should you use for evaluating concussion?
A
Scat5
2
Q
define a stinger
A
transient neuropraxia of a SINGLE, UNILATERAL nerve root
3
Q
most commonly involved nerve root in a stinger
A
c6
4
Q
what symptoms should never be present with a stinger
A
bilateral sx
neck pain
if they have one of these it is NOT a stinger
5
Q
return to play in the same game after a stinger only if
A
- symptoms last <10 minutes
- symptoms completely resolve
- no associated neck pain
- normal neck range of motion
- normal arm strength has returned
