A Concussion happens when a blow to the head shakes the brain inside the skull. This can result in bleeding in and around the brain.
A Concussion should be suspect if someone loses consciousness even if it is for only a short period of time. The person may say they “blacked out” or saw “stars”
A concussion is a head injury and should be treated as such. EMS/911 should be called and the person sent to the Hospital. If the injured person is an athlete they may be required to “sit out” for a number of days. Although many people will dismiss this as “just a concussion” it can lead to permanent brain injury.
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