Online Class: Concussions 101

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10

Lessons
10

Exams &
Assignments
7

Hours
average time
0.7

CEUs

Course Description

Awareness of the severity of concussions has been on the rise for the last couple of decades, due to the major impact that this injury has on the lives of athletes who have spoken out about the issue. In order to understand the situation in its fullness, one has to first know what a concussion really is and how it can develop into something truly severe.

This course provides a detailed look into the impact of concussions on a person's brain and their lifestyle, with a look into the symptoms, causes, risk factors, and much more. An in-depth exploration of all aspects regarding concussions will help provide a deeper understanding of this injury that has affected so many lives. Continuing to raise awareness and promote prevention is the key to reducing the number of concussions and the even worse injuries and conditions that arise as a result. If more people understand concussions fully, then they can readily recognize when there has been such a brain injury and how to react efficiently in this situation.

This course's goal is to provide that ability to recognize and understand a concussion, in order to aid in the recovery of a hurt individual who may be suffering from a traumatic brain injury.

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6 Months to Complete
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Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider

Course Lessons

Lesson 1: Defining Concussions and a General Course Overview

For a simple, general definition, a concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury caused by a blow to the head or a jolt. 10 Total Points

Review 2 Articles: Concussions in Sports; Everything we know ? and don't know ? about concussions
Review Video: Concussions in Sports - Mayo Clinic
Complete: Quiz 1

Lesson 2: The Structure and Function in the Human Brain

In order to understand concussions on a deeper scientific level, it is necessary to dive into the biology behind the changes that the brain undergoes with a mild traumatic brain injury (TBI). 10 Total Points

Review 2 Articles: Brain Structures and their Functions; Cell dysfunction adds to brain clutter
Review Video: Introduction to Brain Structure and Function
Complete: Quiz 2

Lesson 3: Symptoms and Signs of a Concussion

Whether you are a bystander, a coach for a contact sport, a medical professional, or the injured person yourself, it is in everybody?s best interest for you to be aware of what constitutes a concussion. 10 Total Points

Review Article: What are the Signs and Symptoms of Concussion?
Review 2 Videos: Concussion Signs, Symptoms and Treatment; How to Identify Symptoms of a Concussion
Complete: Quiz 3

Lesson 4: Causes of Concussions

Great varieties of causes are responsible for this high number of mild traumatic brain injuries, but some of the leading causes are sports, automobile accidents, and falls. 10 Total Points

Complete: Quiz 4

Lesson 5: Risk Factors

Friends and family members of an individual suffering from a concussion, as well as the hurt person themselves, should all be aware of the potential for further harm or development of symptoms. 10 Total Points

Review Article: Risk Factors for Concussion and Prolonged Recovery
Review Video: Concussion and Aging: What's the Risk?
Complete: Quiz 5

Lesson 6: Complications

While CTE typically occurs after the accumulation of multiple head injuries, there is still a present danger upon receiving just two concussions. 10 Total Points

Review 2 Articles: Complications; Complications of Concussion
Review 2 Videos: Concussions: Prevention, Complications and Legal Implications; Acute Concussion Management: Choosing Wisely and Avoiding Complications
Complete: Quiz 6

Lesson 7: Treatment and Drugs

Without a doubt, rest is the best possible way to allow the brain the time to recover from an injury. 10 Total Points

Review 2 Articles: Post-concussion syndrome Treatment and Drugs; New ideas for treating concussions
Review Video: Concussion Treatment - Reducing Pain - Cerebrum Brain Treatment
Complete: Quiz 7

Lesson 8: Prevention

Treatment and drugs aside, the best step towards dealing with concussions is prevention. You can?t always predict when accidents will happen or prepare for all of them, but you can take steps towards making sure that safety is a number one concern. 10 Total Points

Review 3 Articles: To Prevent Concussions, This Collar Restricts Bloodflow From Your Brain. Can it Really Work?; Brain Injury Safety Tips and Prevention; Tips on Concussion Prevention
Review Video: Preventing Concussions
Complete: Quiz 8

Lesson 9: Long-Term Effects and Costs

There are still certain cases where one might find there to be lasting effects of a concussion. 10 Total Points

Review 3 Articles: Long Term Effects of Mild TBI/Concussion; The high cost of concussions; The Psychology of Concussions
Review Video: The Long Term Effects of Concussions
Complete: Quiz 9

Lesson 10: Further Resources and Information

If you have further questions and concerns about concussions, you might not want to pay doctor?s fees just to have a few questions answered. Instead, you can turn to one of the many online resources to find out more information. 10 Total Points

Review 2 Articles: Injury Prevention and Control; Brain Injury Association of America
Take Poll: End of Course Poll
Take Survey: Course Comments
Complete: Quiz 10

100

Total Course Points

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