Chapter 20 Head and Facial Conditions Topic: Head: Knowledge and Application 2 Arugo 1. What is...
Chapter 20 Head and Facial Conditions Topic: Head: Knowledge and Application 2 Arugo 1. What is the difference between focal and diffuse injury to the brain? Focal Injury: Invulving only localized damage Dittuse thjuny : volina deirea dimuphyndung A. Perform a history for this injury. B. The history suggests a possible concussion. Explain and demonstrate assessment o coordination, and balance. A rugby player come M alpread dowhun/down the hunn and/or Sirure Of es on the field complaining of what an ears to have been a "bell ringer. TL een a "bell ringer." the brain 3. While performing the backstroke, a swimmer misiudged the distance and collided head first into the wall. Following assessment, you determine that the swimmer experienced a concussion. What instructions should be given to the swimmer when leaving forc y 4. In a collision with the shortstop, a softball player took an elbow to the side of the head. The individual is dizzy and has a mild headache. There is no immediate memory loss, and pupils are normal. After 15 minutes of applying ice to the area, the individual reports an increasing headache and nausea. The individual appears lethargic, disoriented, and sensitive to light. What might be happening? How should this situation be managed? 5. Match the following signs and symptoms with the appropriate injury. 1. Nystagmus 2. Retrograde amnesia 3. Tinnitus 4. Photophobia 5. Contrecoup 6. Basilar 7. Anterograde amnesia 8. Raccoon eyes 9. Battle sign 10. Coup A. Abnormal sensitivity to light B. Injury away from the actual injury site C. Memory loss events following injury D. Inability of the eyes to track smoothly E. Involving the base of the skull F. Discoloration around the eyes G. Ringing in the ear H. Memory loss-events immediately preceding the injury I. Injury at site where impact occurs J. Discoloration behind the ear