The MACE is designed to assess and evaluate acute concussions, particularly in a military setting.
The MACE focuses on cognitive screening, symptom evaluation, and neurological screening, not physical endurance testing.
Headache is a common symptom assessed during the MACE neurological examination for concussion.
Memory recall is a key cognitive function tested during the MACE to assess the impact of a concussion.
Verbal memory tests are included in the MACE to evaluate cognitive function following a concussion.
The neurological screening portion of the MACE includes assessment of muscle strength and coordination to check for neurological deficits.
The MACE should be administered as soon as possible after a suspected concussion to ensure timely assessment and intervention.
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A severe headache during a MACE evaluation may indicate a more serious injury requiring immediate medical attention.
Balance tests assess coordination and equilibrium, which can be affected by a concussion.
Asking patients to recall a list of words helps assess their short-term memory and attention, which are often affected by concussions.
Significant cognitive impairment observed during the MACE indicates the need for immediate advanced medical evaluation to rule out serious injury.
