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Back to the Books: Return to Learn Strategies for Concussed Student-Athletes: Summary

Back to the Books: Return to Learn Strategies for Concussed Student-Athletes 2 Contact Hours

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Author J.D. Boudreaux, EdD, PT, LAT, ATC, SCS

Bachelor of Science degree from McNeese State University, Masters of Physical Therapy from LSU Health Sciences Center-Shreveport, nationally certified as an athletic trainer and obtained his Sports Certified Specialist certification through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties, EdD degree from the University of Louisiana.

LEARNING OUTCOMES • Select essential multidisciplinary team members involved in the return to learn (RTL) process • Examine barriers to implementation of RTL protocols for student-athletes • Generate a return to learn plan for student-athletes recovering from concussions

• Apply various techniques to assist the student-athlete throughout the return to learn process • Appraise current communication skills to improve dissemination and activation of RTL plan

SELF-ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS

1. Which factors can influence recovery rates from concussions? a. Severity of initiate symptoms

3. Approximately _____ concussions occur annually in the U.S. due to sports or physical activity. a. 3.8 million b. 2.0 million c. 1.2 million d. 1.8 million 4. Cognitive symptoms of concussion include: a. Headaches b. Fuzzy/blurry vision c. Difficultly thinking clearly d. Balance problems

b. Psychological factors c. Subacute symptoms d. All of the above

2. Concussion sign and symptoms can be categorized into four main groups, including: a. Cognitive, emotional/mood, sleep disturbances, and occupational skills b. Cognitive, physical, emotional/mood, and sleep disturbances c. Cognitive, physical, sleep disturbances, and anger management d. Cognitive, emotional/mood, sleep disturbances, and occupational skills

ANSWERS: 1: D

2 : B

3: A

4: C

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