TBI/Seizures

Question 1

types of TBI

Answer 1

concussion
penetration injury
contusion
diffuse axonal injury

Question 2

leading cause of TBI in those 0-14

Answer 2

falls
struck by/against object
assault
unknown / other

Question 3

explain qualifications of a mild TBI

Answer 3

concussion = brief of no loss of consciousness

Question 4

explain qualifications of a moderate TBI

Answer 4

coma <24 hrs

Question 5

explain qualifications of a severe TBI

Answer 5

coma >24 hrs

Question 6

explain moderate vs mild TBI s/s

Answer 6

worsening/persistent headaches
nausea / vomiting
seizures/convulsion
dilation of eyes
weakness/loss of coordination

Question 7

communication problems following TBI

Answer 7

aphasia
dysarthria