Peds mild TBI Flashcards
1
Q
Definition of mild TBI
A
Acute brain injury from mechanical injury to the head from external forces including:
-Confusion or disorientation, LOC< 30 min, PTA <24hrs, transient neurological abnormalities, GCS 13-15.
2
Q
Top 4 symptoms of mTBI, in order of frequency
A
1- headaches
2- dizziness
3-concentrating
4-confussion
3
Q
Standard sideline evaluation tools for concussion
A
SCAT5 and child SCAT5
4
Q
Poor prognosis in mTBI
A
symptoms persist after 4-6 weeks post injury
