Concission

Question 1

(True or False) If you weren’t ‘knocked out’ then you don’t
have a concussion.

Answer 1

False: <10% of concussions involves LOC

Question 2

True or False: Having multiple concussions in sport
increases your risk of having another
concussion

Answer 2

True: 2-8 time more likely to sustain another concussion

Question 3

True or False: If there are no instant symptoms right
after the event, then there is no
concussion.

Answer 3

False: Individuals with delay of symptoms have worse symptoms

Question 4

True or false: Any contact to the head or body causing
rapid head movement can cause a
concussion.

Answer 4

Ture: Can be a force transmitted through the body into the head

Question 5

WHAT IS A CONCUSSION?

Answer 5

A traumatic brain injury caused by a direct blow to the head, neck or body resulting in an impulsive force being transmitted to the brain.

Question 6

Signs of a concussion:

Answer 6

Lying motionless
slow to get up
disorientation
blank stare
balance problems
visibal facial injury

Question 7

Steps of RECOGNITION: CONCUSSION RECOGNITION
TOOL

Answer 7

STEP 1: Red Flags? - Check them if they have any signs

Question 8

Why is it important that a player with a suspected
concussion is removed from play?

Answer 8

• Prolonged recovery
• More severe consequences
• Risk of secondary injury - Secondary Impact Syndrome

Question 9

On-site Management steps of concussions

Answer 9

Step 1: Determine if this is a medical emergency
Step 2: Remove from play
Step 3: Assessment, monitor, advise

Question 10

Keys to a Good Recovery

Answer 10

Regular sleep routine

Balanced meals and snacks, adequate hydration

Avoid overtaking pain meds

Question 11

How to prevent a concussion?

Answer 11

Rules & Policy
Mouthguards prevent face and mouth
injuries
Equipment - Helmats
Neuromuscular Training Warm-ups