Causing concussions

[chseagle]

She was removed from play, but she was just assisted to the bench & sat down, without, from what I could tell, someone closely monitoring her for the rest of the game. Like I said in my initial post, the HC went to her side after the officials called for time. It was the HC that assisted her back to the bench. EMS was not called, nor was there an Athletic Trainer on-site to do proper evaluation.

Below, in your reply I've put in bold what I saw as signs/symptoms.

Originally Posted by Nevadaref

The NFHS published this a couple of years ago.


Point of Emphasis for 2006-07
Proper Procedures for Handling Apparent Concussions

ACTION PLAN
If you suspect that a player has a concussion, you should take the following steps:

1. Remove athlete from play.
2. Ensure athlete is evaluated by an appropriate health care professional. Do not try to judge the seriousness of the injury yourself.
3. Inform athlete's parents or guardians about the known or possible concussion and give them the fact sheet on concussion.
4. Allow the athlete to return to play only with permission from an appropriate health care professional.


SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

These signs and symptoms may indicate that a concussion has occurred.

Signs Observed by Coaching Staff

• Appears dazed or stunned

• Is confused about assignment

• Forgets plays

• Is unsure of game, score or opponent

• Moves clumsily

• Answers questions slowly

• Loses consciousness

• Shows behavior or personality changes

• Can't recall events prior to hit

• Can't recall events after hit

Symptoms Reported by Athlete

• Headache

• Nausea

• Balance problems or dizziness

• Double vision or fuzzy vision

• Sensitivity to light or noise

• Feeling sluggish

• Feeling foggy or groggy

• Concentration or memory problems

• Confusion

I was at halfcourt, behind the scorers table when the incidence happened. I did have a clear line of sight however to see the proceedings.