Technology & Tools Flashcards

A computerized neurocognitive test shows an athlete's post-concussion scores are within the normal range but still below their personal baseline. What does NFHS guidance suggest?

Answer: The athlete should not be cleared solely based on normal population norms; individual baseline comparison matters

Individual baseline comparisons are more sensitive than population norms; a drop from personal baseline can indicate persistent concussion effects.

Which of the following would MOST compromise the validity of an athlete's neurocognitive baseline test result?

Answer: The athlete intentionally performing poorly to appear less impaired post-injury

Athletes who sandbagging (intentionally underperforming) on baseline tests create false low baselines, making post-injury impairments harder to detect.

Wearable technology that monitors an athlete in real time during practice is best described as which category of concussion tool?

Answer: Prospective impact monitoring technology

Real-time wearables prospectively monitor forces during activity to flag potentially injurious impacts as they occur.

A school implements a cloud-based concussion management platform. Which stakeholder group should have the MOST restricted access to individual athlete concussion records?

Answer: General coaching staff not involved in medical decisions

HIPAA and FERPA principles limit access to protected health records to those with a direct care or educational need; general coaches do not typically qualify.

Virtual reality (VR) technology is being studied in concussion rehabilitation primarily for which purpose?

Answer: Providing controlled vestibular and oculomotor rehabilitation exercises

VR can simulate environments that challenge the vestibular and visual systems in a controlled, graded way useful for concussion rehab.

Which statement BEST reflects how the NFHS views the role of technology in the concussion recognition and management process?

Answer: Technology is a supportive tool that aids, but does not replace, clinical judgment by qualified healthcare providers

NFHS policy consistently emphasizes that technology supports but does not replace the expertise of qualified healthcare professionals in concussion management.

An app-based Return-to-Learn (RTL) tracker helps school personnel manage a concussed athlete's academic accommodations. Which professional should have primary authority over the medical clearance stage of RTL?

Answer: A licensed healthcare provider with concussion management expertise

Medical clearance for academic reintegration after concussion must be directed by a qualified healthcare provider, not administrative or educational staff.