NFHS Quality Assurance & Improvement 2

Question 1

Which metric is most useful when auditing the effectiveness of a school's concussion education program?

Accepted Answer

Number of athletes who pass a written test on concussion symptoms

Answer

Knowledge retention measured through written testing provides direct evidence that education content was understood by athletes.

Question 2

A quality improvement cycle in concussion management is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A continuous process of plan, implement, measure, and refine concussion practices

Answer

Quality improvement follows an iterative cycle—plan, do, study, act—applied continuously to concussion protocols.

Question 3

When reviewing concussion data at season's end, discovering that 80% of concussions occurred in practice rather than games should prompt:

Accepted Answer

Analyzing practice drill design and contact levels to identify risk reduction opportunities

Answer

Root cause analysis of where concussions occur allows programs to target specific practice elements for safety improvement.

Question 4

Which action best demonstrates a school's commitment to continuous quality improvement in concussion care?

Accepted Answer

Reviewing and revising concussion protocols annually using current evidence

Answer

Regular evidence-based protocol reviews ensure concussion management stays aligned with current best practices.

Question 5

Benchmarking in a school concussion program refers to:

Accepted Answer

Comparing your program's outcomes and practices against established standards or peer programs

Answer

Benchmarking involves measuring your program's performance against external standards to identify gaps and best practices.

(NFHS) National Federation of State High School Associations Concussion in Sports Certification Practice Test