Tuesday, February 23, 2010

CONCUSSIONS PART 6

SIGNS TO WATCH OUT FOR AFTER A CONCUSSION

Problems could arise over the first 24-48 hours. Athlete should not be left alone and must go to a hospital at once if he/she:
• Has a headache that gets worse

• Are very drowsy or can’t be awakened (woken up)

• Can’t recognize people or places

• Has repeated vomiting

• Behave unusually or seem confused; are very irritable

• Has seizures (arms and legs jerk uncontrollably)

• Has weak or numb arms or legs

• Are unsteady on your feet; have slurred speech

SEE A DOCTOR!

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