Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Flashcards
1
Q
what constitutes a complicated MTBI?
A
a glascow coma scale score of 13-15 but imaging shows an abnormality or skull fracture
2
Q
what constitutes an uncomplicated MTBI?
A
a glascow coma scale score of 13-15 with no brain abnormality or skull fracture
3
Q
what predicts the outcome of a MTBI? (2)
A
- time (brain needs time to heal)
- litigation status and malingering
4
Q
what are the common symptoms of MTBI? (4)
A
- headaches
- fatigue
- mental fog
- dizziness
5
Q
what can help with a more positive outcome after MTBI? (4)
A
- education about expected symptoms
- reassurance of likely resolution of symptoms
- assessments as an intervention
- coping strategies
