concussion Flashcards
T/f concussion resolve spontaeously
t
is there abnormality on neuroimaging
no, its a functional distrubance
concussions are a mild traumatic brain injury
t
pathophysiological changes after concussion
ionic changes, oxidative stress, chans in glucose metabolism
why women more suspetible
smaller more breakable axons
what happens with repeat concussions
decreased rate of info processing
slower balance recovery
learning disability
memory, headache
why children more susceptible to concussion
immature CNS larger head to body ratio thinner cranial bones differences in CBV neck / shoulder mm not developed
is there a objective diagnostic test for consusion
no, rely on self reported symptoms
concussion red flags
neck pain double vision weakness burning in arms / legs severe / increasing headache seizure LOC vomitting agitated
11 R’s
recognize remove revalute rest rehab refer recovery RTP reconsider reisdual effects risk reduction
when to rest after concussion`
24-48 hrs
T/f most people recovery in a month
t
when are symptoms persistent
> 10-14 days in adults, >4 weeks in kids
predictive variables for post concussive symptoms
age sex prior concussion BESS tandem >4 errors headache fatigue
T/f LOC and retrograde amnesia are strong predictors of recover
no
