Quiz – Mind The Concussion

Concussion awareness quiz

Survey on awareness of sport-related concussions

Thank you for taking the time to participate in our survey on sport-related concussion. The purpose of this survey is to assess your knowledge and understanding of sport-related concussion in youth and young adult football players. Based on the level of your awareness, you will be awarded a badge by mindtheconcussion.com

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11 questions

01Do you think having a history of sport-related concussions increases the player’s likelihood of sustaining a second sport-related concussion?

Yes No

02Do you think that a loss of consciousness is always related to a sport-related concussion diagnosis?

Yes No

03Do you think that continuing to play with a sport-related concussion or symptoms of head injury leaves the young player especially vulnerable to greater injury?

Yes No

05After being knocked out during a match (or training session), a player can still participate in the same match (or training session) without any concern.

Yes No

06How important is the proper and quick recognition of a sport-related concussion?

Not important, suffering a concussion is part of the game and not a cause of concern. It’s a minor injury, they should put ice on the head after the training/match. It’s a normal injury, they need to see the athletic trainer after the training/match. It’s a serious injury, they need immediate care.

07What is the minimum time for a player to be knocked out to be diagnosed with a sport-related concussion?

< 30 seconds 30 seconds to 3 minutes 3 minutes Athletes do not have to be knocked out

08When you suspect an athlete has sustained a sport-related concussion, what is the best advice you can follow? (check all the options that apply)

Select all that apply

Let the athlete walk it off. Give the athlete medicine to prevent headaches and let him/her rest. Inform the parents. Contact the medical personnel. If medical personnel are not immediately available, the child should be referred (or transported if needed) to a medical facility for assessment.

09After being diagnosed with a sport-related concussion, can the athlete train the day after?

Yes No

10Young players need, generally, the same recovery time as adult players.

Yes No

11Who should determine if a player can return to play after a sport-related concussion?

The player Medical personnel Coaches Club owners Parents