Concussion Training for Medical
Personnel Questions and Answers
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What is the primary cause of a concussion?
✔✔ A sudden impact or jolt to the head or body that causes the brain to move rapidly within the
skull.
What is the most common symptom of a concussion?
✔✔ Headache.
Why is it important to remove an athlete from play after a suspected concussion?
✔✔ To prevent further injury and allow time for recovery.
How long should an individual rest after a concussion before resuming normal activities?
✔✔ Until symptoms improve and a healthcare professional approves a gradual return.
What is the recommended initial treatment for a concussion?
✔✔ Physical and cognitive rest.
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, Why should someone with a concussion avoid bright lights and loud noises?
✔✔ Sensory stimulation can worsen symptoms.
What does the term “second impact syndrome” refer to?
✔✔ A second concussion occurring before the first has healed, leading to rapid brain swelling.
Why is balance testing used in concussion assessments?
✔✔ Concussions can affect coordination and equilibrium.
How can a concussion affect memory?
✔✔ It can cause temporary memory loss or difficulty recalling recent events.
What role do baseline tests play in concussion management?
✔✔ They provide pre-injury data to compare with post-injury assessments.
What is post-concussion syndrome?
✔✔ Persistent symptoms lasting weeks or months after a concussion.
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Personnel Questions and Answers
Latest Version Graded A+
What is the primary cause of a concussion?
✔✔ A sudden impact or jolt to the head or body that causes the brain to move rapidly within the
skull.
What is the most common symptom of a concussion?
✔✔ Headache.
Why is it important to remove an athlete from play after a suspected concussion?
✔✔ To prevent further injury and allow time for recovery.
How long should an individual rest after a concussion before resuming normal activities?
✔✔ Until symptoms improve and a healthcare professional approves a gradual return.
What is the recommended initial treatment for a concussion?
✔✔ Physical and cognitive rest.
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, Why should someone with a concussion avoid bright lights and loud noises?
✔✔ Sensory stimulation can worsen symptoms.
What does the term “second impact syndrome” refer to?
✔✔ A second concussion occurring before the first has healed, leading to rapid brain swelling.
Why is balance testing used in concussion assessments?
✔✔ Concussions can affect coordination and equilibrium.
How can a concussion affect memory?
✔✔ It can cause temporary memory loss or difficulty recalling recent events.
What role do baseline tests play in concussion management?
✔✔ They provide pre-injury data to compare with post-injury assessments.
What is post-concussion syndrome?
✔✔ Persistent symptoms lasting weeks or months after a concussion.
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