Concussion care for a child includes which action?

Concussion care for a child includes which action?

• A. Have the child stop all activity and ensure 9-1-1 is called
• B. Continue activity and monitor at home
• C. Have the child stay still and call 9-1-1
• D. Give them water and rest

Answer: (A)

When a concussion is suspected, the priority is to remove the child from activity and arrange emergency medical evaluation right away. Brain injuries can have delayed or evolving symptoms, and a professional assessment helps rule out more serious problems such as a neck injury and determines safe next steps. In a child, symptoms can be subtle, so stopping exertion immediately and seeking care protects the brain. Watch for warning signs like loss of consciousness, confusion or behavior change, vomiting, a severe or worsening headache, weakness or numbness, slurred speech, seizures, or neck pain; if any appear, call emergency services immediately. Until a clinician evaluates them, do not allow the child to return to play or water, and follow medical guidance for when it’s safe to resume activity. Hydration or resting at home alone is not an adequate substitute for medical assessment in suspected concussion.

When a concussion is suspected, the priority is to remove the child from activity and arrange emergency medical evaluation right away. Brain injuries can have delayed or evolving symptoms, and a professional assessment helps rule out more serious problems such as a neck injury and determines safe next steps. In a child, symptoms can be subtle, so stopping exertion immediately and seeking care protects the brain. Watch for warning signs like loss of consciousness, confusion or behavior change, vomiting, a severe or worsening headache, weakness or numbness, slurred speech, seizures, or neck pain; if any appear, call emergency services immediately. Until a clinician evaluates them, do not allow the child to return to play or water, and follow medical guidance for when it’s safe to resume activity. Hydration or resting at home alone is not an adequate substitute for medical assessment in suspected concussion.