NR-577 Primary Care Management of Adolescents and Adults
Final Exam (Latest Update)
Question:
Concussion
Answer:
a mild traumatic brain injury that affects normal brain function. It occurs as a result of a direct or indirect blow to the head.
Question:
Signs and symptoms of concussion
Answer:
headache drowsiness dizziness sensitivity to light memory difficulties difficulty concentrating feeling slowed down 1 / 3
Question:
When is a CT scan warranted for concussions
Answer:
CT scan to evaluate for hemorrhage is recommended for patients who are
over 60, patients who are on anticoagulants, or patients with:
vomiting persistent short-term memory loss drug/alcohol intoxication post-injury seizure persistent headache
Question:
What should you observe patients for who have a concussion?
Answer:
loss of consciousness increasing headache repeated vomiting slurred speech confusion unusual behaviors seizures limb weakness or numbness The presence of any worsening symptoms requires emergency care.
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Question:
Immediately after injury (for concussions)
Answer:
Conduct serial assessments since signs and symptoms may not appear for minutes to hours after the injury or may evolve over time.Apply guidelines for assessment and management that support the use of a multidisciplinary approach including qualified sports medicine specialists.Use the Balance Error Scoring System (BESS) assessment tool at the sideline to objectively assess balance after a concussion.
Question:
How do you grade a TBI
Answer:
Glasgow coma scale (GCS)
Question:
Mild injury on GCS
Answer:
Mild injury: GCS 13-15
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