Written For Concussion

Question 1

What does the primary survey consist of

Answer 1

Check for consciousness
Check ABCs and for bleeding
Establish baseline for vitals

Question 2

What does the history questions consist of

Answer 2

• ask about MOI
• do they feel any unusual sensations
• did they experience LOC
• ask about previous concussion
• ask about medical history

Question 3

What does the observation consist of

Answer 3

• Check breathing, pulse, and blood pressure
• status and changes with signs of shock
• check PEARL
• observe for any symptoms of Brian injury
• inspect skull and face, and jaw injuries
• observe for battle signs and raccoon eyes

Question 4

What does the palpating include

Answer 4

Face and skull for pain, tenderness, deformity, and edema

Question 5

What does the ROM consist of

Answer 5

Clear jaw, neck and shoulders with AROM and RROM

Question 6

What are the special tests

Answer 6

• Movement of all 4 extremities
• asses grip strength bilateral
• asses orientation (time, place, and date)
• check memory status
• response to cognitive tasks
• delayed recall
• finger to nose test
• control and balance assessment
• check vitals
• asses SCAT