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Concussion Exam 1 Flashcards

1
Q

True or false

There is a standard definition of a concussion

A

False

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2
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With an acute concussion are symptoms more reflected on chemical/metabolic disturbances or structural injuries

A

Chemical/ metabolic

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3
Q

True or false

A concussion with all result in LOC

A

False

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4
Q

True or false

If a person has LOC he immediately can be classified with a concussion

A

False

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5
Q

What is the best way to test for a concussion

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SCAT-3 or MRI and CT SCAN

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6
Q

What are the two forces involved with concussions

A

Acceleration

Deceleration

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7
Q

What is the MOI for a concussion

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Linear and or rotation displacement of brain

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8
Q

What is a coupe injury

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Forceful linear blow to static or moving head

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9
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What is a contracoupe injury

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Linear moving head hitting an unyeilded object

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10
Q

True or false

All concussion are identical

A

False

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11
Q

True or false

Severity of a concussion is not dependent upon number of previous concussion

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True

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12
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What are the two easily recognized signs of a concussion

A

LOC

Amnesia

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13
Q

True or false

Are LOC and amnesia required with ruling a concussion

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False

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14
Q

What are the signs and symptoms with a concussion

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  • vacant stare
  • delayed response
  • inability to focus
  • disoriention
  • emotion out of proportion
  • LOC
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15
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What are some immediate signs and symptoms for a concussion

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  • headache
  • dizziness
  • vertigo
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • tinnitus
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16
Q

What is PCS

A

Post concussion syndrome that can last for days to months to years

17
Q

What is the assessment for an unconscious athletes

A

Primary survey, assume c-spine injury

Activate EMS

monitor ABCs

Spine board

18
Q

What is the assessment for a concussion athlete

A

Take history

Establish orientation

Asses vital signs

Cranial nerve screening

Monitor for complications

19
Q

What does SCAT stand for

A

Sport concussion assessment tool

20
Q

What does the SCAT consist of

A 
Orientation 
Memory
Concentration 
Exertional maneuvers 
Delayed recall
Neurological screening
21
Q

When should you refer for concussion

A

On side of caution

Refer all concussion to physicians

If symptoms worsen

22
Q

What is the management and treatment for a concussion

A

Rest

Continual re-evaluation

No activity until ALL symptoms subside

Provide follow up instructions

23
Q

What does the follow up care instructions include for a concussion

A

Wake from sleep every 2 hours and check responsiveness

No drugs unless given by physicians

No alcohol

No driving or operating machinery

If symptoms worsen go to ER

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