MEDICINE
NEUROLOGY
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Speak fast
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Try to finish their sentences
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Ask one question at a time
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Pretend to understand what they are saying
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Detailed explanation-1: -Did they immediately have a headache? Were they feeling nausea or dizziness? Did they feel like vomiting? These are all indicia of a concussion and can assist the medical provider and lead to a proper diagnosis.
Detailed explanation-2: -Get plenty of sleep at night, and rest during the day. Avoid activities that are physically demanding (e.g., heavy houscleaning, weightlifting/working-out) or require a lot of concentration (e.g., balancing your checkbook). They can make your symptoms worse and slow your recovery.
Detailed explanation-3: -Be sure they can see your face when you speak. Stand about 2 to 5 feet away from them. Make sure they are in a comfortable position, such as sitting down. Reduce distractions such as noise from televisions or radios. Make sure to get their attention before you start talking. More items