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Concussions

Concussions. Bria Powell Graham Gamble. Pathology. A traumatic brain injury that is caused by a sudden blow to the head or to the body. Parts of Nervous System. Brain Symptoms: Physical (i.e., loss of consciousness, amnesia) Behavioral changes (i.e., irritability)

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Concussions

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  1. Concussions Bria Powell Graham Gamble

  2. Pathology • A traumatic brain injury that is caused by a sudden blow to the head or to the body

  3. Parts of Nervous System • Brain • Symptoms: Physical (i.e., loss of consciousness, amnesia) Behavioral changes (i.e., irritability) Somatic (i.e., headache)/Cognitive (i.e., feeling like in a fog) symptoms Sleep disturbances (i.e., drowsiness) Cognitive impairment (i.e., slowed reaction time)

  4. Causes • The head hits an object or a moving object strikes the head • A fall • Sports activity • Car Accident

  5. Therapy • Don’t play sports until you’re cleared by a professional • Acetaminophen(Tylenol for headache) • Avoid alcohol, etc. • When brain damage or bleeding is present, go to a hospital. • Avoid brain activity: reading, watching TV, etc.

  6. Progression/Expected Outcome • Recovery takes time may be days, weeks, or months • Problems go away slowly

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