Athletes notify their coaches, parents or doctor that they have sustained a concussion.

Some are reluctant to report injuries to keep playing.

Select the definition that is most true. A concussion is...

usually a temporary brain injury that alters functions.

True or False? Females have a higher rate of concussion compared to males.

True. Female athletes are more prone to concussions.

When a child has a concussion...

He needs plenty of sleep for the healing process.

Concussion can be caused by sideways, straight-on impact, rotation with impact or whip-lash.

Helmets reduce but do not eliminate the risk of concussion.

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Expelling Myths Concussion Quiz

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Information on concussions designed to expel some myths and inform about this type of brain injury.

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1
How does a person sustains a concussion?
When a person slips and falls.
They can occur with head jostling injuries as in whiplash.
Direct blows to the head cause concussions.
Both answers A and B.
2
Athletes notify their coaches, parents or doctor that they have sustained a concussion.
It is not necessary to report a concussion if you feel fine.
No. Most athletes rarely report concussion injuries.
Yes. Athletes always report their concussion injuries.
Some are reluctant to report injuries to keep playing.
3
Select the definition that is most true. A concussion is...
a brain bruise caused by a blow to the head during sports.
is a common brain injury sustained when knocked unconscious.
is a brain injury that leaves permanent damage to the brain.
usually a temporary brain injury that alters functions.
4
Returning to school after a concussion.
Math, reading, bright lights and noise can magnify stress.
All of the above.
Going back to school too soon may hinder recovery.
Students may have trouble recalling what they've learned.
5
Children, teens and recovery from concussion.
Both B and C.
Children and teens are more prone to complications.
Children and teens recover at a more rapid rate than adults.
Children and teens recover more slowly than adults.
6
True or False? Females have a higher rate of concussion compared to males.
False. Males athletes report a higher rate of concussions.
True. Female athletes are more prone to concussions.
7
Because concussions are an invisible injury it is important to...
Inform others of the injury.
Share concussion information with others.
Answers A, B and C
Provide information education on concussions.
8
When a child has a concussion...
He should be woken up every 2 - 3 hours.
He should be woken up every 4 - 6 hours.
He should be woken up every 30 - 45 minutes.
He needs plenty of sleep for the healing process.
9
Concussion can be caused by sideways, straight-on impact, rotation with impact or whip-lash.
Not playing sports will prevent a concussion 100%.
Protective equipment will eliminate the risk of concussion.
Helmets reduce but do not eliminate the risk of concussion.
Newer style helmets with rubber inserts prevent concussion.
10
Where do most concussions occur?
Minor falls and fights.
During sporting events and activities.
Car and bicycle accidents.
Both answers A and D.

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