BPK 241 Study Guide - Final Guide: Ecchymosis, Cervical Fracture, Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy

• School: Simon Fraser University
• Department: Biomedical Physio & Kines
• Course: BPK 241
• Professor: Kevin Lunnie

Document Summary

Bpk 241 textbook reading - concussions: describe the hx of a concussion. Can be caused by blow to the head/face/neck. Patient may not be able to respond. Check for observational changes (best by trainer b/c they know athlete) May = fracture (this requires immediate medical care: describe the special tests of a concussion, neurological exam. Cerebral testing/cognitive function/cranial nerve test/cerebellar testing/coordination/motor control/sensory test/reflex: eye function test. Abnormal eyes are associated with head injuries. Pupils equal & light reflective (pearl: dilated/irregular pupils. Patient head = neutral follows pen up/down then l/r. Possible lesion in posterior fossa of brain. See if patient can read scoreboard: balance test. Adaptations: change foot positions/single leg/heel to toe. Hand on iliacs crest, close eyes 20 sec. Maintain contralateral limb in 2--30 degree hip flexion & 40-50 degree knee flexion. Score by adding 1 error point for each error. If can sustain for more than 5s then athlete can not complete.