HEADS UP: CONCUSSION IN YOUTH SPORTS
A QUIZ FOR COACHES, ATHLETES, AND PARENTS
Review the “Heads Up: Concussion in Youth Sports” materials and test your knowledge of concussion.
Mark each of the following statements as True (T) or False (F)
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A concussion is a brain injury.
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Concussions can occur in any organized or unorganized recreational sport or activity.
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You can’t see a concussion and some athletes may not experience and/or report symptoms until hours or days after the injury.
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Following a coach’s rules for safety and the rules of the sport, practicing good sportsmanship at all times, and using the proper sports equipment are all ways that athletes can prevent a concussion.
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Concussions can be caused by a fall or by a bump or blow to the head or body.
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Concussion can happen even if the athlete hasn’t been knocked out or lost consciousness.
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Nausea, headaches, sensitivity to light or noise, and difficulty concentrating are some of the symptoms of a concussion.
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Athletes who have a concussion should not return to play until they are symptom-free and have received approval from a doctor or health care professional.
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A repeat concussion that occurs before the brain recovers from the first can slow recovery or increase the likelihood of having long-term problems.
ANSWER KEY:
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True
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True
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True
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True
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True
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True
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True
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True
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True
U.S DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION
July 2007
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Page last modified: July 25, 2007