NFHS Emergency Response & Immediate Care 3

Question 1

Which of the following is a 'red flag' sign after a head injury that indicates the need for IMMEDIATE emergency care?

Accepted Answer

Repeated vomiting

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Mild sensitivity to noise

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Feeling sluggish

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Difficulty concentrating

Question 2

According to NFHS concussion guidelines, a written information sheet about concussion signs and symptoms should be provided to:

Accepted Answer

Athletes and their parents/guardians before participation

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Only the head coach at the start of the season

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The state athletic association at year's end

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Healthcare professionals in the community

Question 3

What does the phrase 'when in doubt, sit them out' communicate about concussion management?

Accepted Answer

Any uncertainty about a concussion requires the athlete to be removed from play

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Athletes should rest for at least one hour before any decision is made

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Coaches should make individual case-by-case decisions based on score

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Athletes can return if symptoms are mild

Question 4

An athlete sustained a concussion on Monday. By Thursday, they report feeling 100% better. Who can authorize their return to full-contact practice?

Accepted Answer

A licensed/certified healthcare professional trained in concussion management

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The head coach after observing a symptom-free practice

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The athlete's parents after signing a consent form

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The athletic director after reviewing the athlete's history

Question 5

Which factor is MOST important in determining whether EMS should be called for a head injury on the field?

Accepted Answer

The presence of red-flag signs such as seizure, repeated vomiting, or loss of consciousness

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Whether the athlete is a starter

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Whether the team physician is present

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The severity of the play that caused the injury

Question 6

An athlete with a concussion returns home after school. What is the most important instruction to give the parent/guardian?

Accepted Answer

Monitor for worsening symptoms and seek emergency care if red flags develop

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Encourage the athlete to sleep as much as possible without checking on them

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Have the athlete take ibuprofen to manage headache symptoms

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Allow the athlete to use screens to stay mentally engaged

Question 7

Which of the following best describes the 'step-by-step' graduated return to sport protocol required before full return to play?

Accepted Answer

A series of progressive physical activity stages, each requiring 24 hours symptom-free, before full contact

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Athletes must complete a written exam on concussion symptoms before returning

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A single supervised practice session approved by the coach

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One week of academic rest followed by immediate full return