Concussions Flashcards
1
Q
Concussion
A
temporary disturbance in brain function; (TBI) traumatic brain injury
2
Q
Most common symptom
A
Headache
3
Q
Photophobia
A
Sensitivity to light
4
Q
Phonophobia
A
Sensitivity to sound
5
Q
Tinnitus
A
Ringing of ears
6
Q
second impact syndrome (SIS)
A
a rare and serious condition that occurs when someone sustains a second head injury before the first has healed
7
Q
post-concussion syndrome (PCS)
A
depression, anxiety (7-10 days)
8
Q
chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE)
A
a progressive brain disease that develops from repeated head injuries
(symptoms like memory loss, behavioral changes, impaired judgment, and dementia)
