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SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
These signs and symptoms may indicate
that a concussion has occurred.
SIGNS OBSERVED
BY COACHING STAFF
Appears dazed
or stunned
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Is confused about
assignment or position
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Forgets sports plays
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Is unsure of game,
score, or opponent
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Moves clumsily
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Answers questions slowly
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Loses consciousness
(even briefly)
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Shows behavior or
personality changes
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Can't recall events
prior to hit or fall
SYMPTOMS REPORTED
BY ATHLETE
Headache or
"pressure" in head
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Nausea or vomiting
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Balance problems
or dizziness
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Double or blurry vision
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Sensitivity to light
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Sensitivity to noise
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Feeling sluggish, hazy,
foggy or groggy
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Concentration or
memory problems
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Confusion
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Does not "feel right"
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 athlete to return to play only with permission from
an appropriate health care professional.
If you think your athlete
has sustained a concussion . . .
take him/her out of play,
and seek the advice of a health care professional
experienced in evaluating for concussion.
For more information and to
order additional materials free-of-charge, visit:
www.cdc.gov/ConcussionInYouthSports
