Topic 1 - CRT vs SCAT vs SCOAT

Question 1

what is the SCOAT6

Answer 1

based in clinical office
- for sport related concussion
- best for long term recovery (after immediate window)
- 72+ hours after

Question 1

what is the SCAT6

Answer 1

• used by physicians and licensed health care professionals within the first week
• athletes 13+

Question 2

what is the immediate SCAT6 (on field)

Answer 2

• red flags for ambulance (immediate removal)
• observable signs
• GCS
• cervical spine assessment (neck pain, loss of ROM)
• cooridnation / memory

Question 3

what are the steps of the off field SCAT6

Answer 3

athlete background (baseline symptoms)
symptoms rated 0-6
cognitive (word, number, and month task)
balance (closed eyes)
delayed recall (back to memory task)
don’t use scoring as a stand alone diagnosis

Question 4

what is the difference in headache reporting in SRC and IPV concussions

Answer 4

1 in SRC

last in IPV concussions

Question 5

what is the CRT6

Answer 5

• used by non medically trained individuals to recognise the signs and symptoms of possible SRC
• provides guidance for removing an athlete from play/sport and to seek medical attention
• used to see if someone should seek more help sooner

Question 6

what are the steps of an CRT6

Answer 6

recognise and remove (red flags to call an ambulance)
visible clues of suspected concussion
symptoms - may develop over time
awareness

Question 7

what are the guidelines for someone with a suspected concussion

Answer 7

• immediately removed from play (no return until assessed)
• not left alone for first 2 hours
• worsening symptoms = medical attention
• sent home with responsible adult
• no drugs, drinking, or driving