Concussion Exam 1 Flashcards
True or false
There is a standard definition of a concussion
False
With an acute concussion are symptoms more reflected on chemical/metabolic disturbances or structural injuries
Chemical/ metabolic
True or false
A concussion with all result in LOC
False
True or false
If a person has LOC he immediately can be classified with a concussion
False
What is the best way to test for a concussion
SCAT-3 or MRI and CT SCAN
What are the two forces involved with concussions
Acceleration
Deceleration
What is the MOI for a concussion
Linear and or rotation displacement of brain
What is a coupe injury
Forceful linear blow to static or moving head
What is a contracoupe injury
Linear moving head hitting an unyeilded object
True or false
All concussion are identical
False
True or false
Severity of a concussion is not dependent upon number of previous concussion
True
What are the two easily recognized signs of a concussion
LOC
Amnesia
True or false
Are LOC and amnesia required with ruling a concussion
False
What are the signs and symptoms with a concussion
- vacant stare
- delayed response
- inability to focus
- disoriention
- emotion out of proportion
- LOC
What are some immediate signs and symptoms for a concussion
- headache
- dizziness
- vertigo
- nausea
- vomiting
- tinnitus
What is PCS
Post concussion syndrome that can last for days to months to years
What is the assessment for an unconscious athletes
Primary survey, assume c-spine injury
Activate EMS
monitor ABCs
Spine board
What is the assessment for a concussion athlete
Take history
Establish orientation
Asses vital signs
Cranial nerve screening
Monitor for complications
What does SCAT stand for
Sport concussion assessment tool
What does the SCAT consist of
Orientation Memory Concentration Exertional maneuvers Delayed recall Neurological screening
When should you refer for concussion
On side of caution
Refer all concussion to physicians
If symptoms worsen
What is the management and treatment for a concussion
Rest
Continual re-evaluation
No activity until ALL symptoms subside
Provide follow up instructions
What does the follow up care instructions include for a concussion
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
