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What percentage of people with MTBI have symptoms that last for more than a year?
What percentage of people with MTBI have symptoms that last for more than a year?
What is a common cause of mTBI?
What is a common cause of mTBI?
Which of the following is NOT a typical symptom of mTBI?
Which of the following is NOT a typical symptom of mTBI?
Why is it essential to conduct a medical intake frequently for mTBI patients?
Why is it essential to conduct a medical intake frequently for mTBI patients?
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What can help identify dizziness and vertigo in mTBI patients?
What can help identify dizziness and vertigo in mTBI patients?
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Why is it essential to highlight the timeframe of symptoms when diagnosing mTBI?
Why is it essential to highlight the timeframe of symptoms when diagnosing mTBI?
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Which of the following symptoms of mTBI is more likely to be related to a cerebellar problem?
Which of the following symptoms of mTBI is more likely to be related to a cerebellar problem?
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What is the primary importance of asking family members about the symptoms of a mTBI sufferer?
What is the primary importance of asking family members about the symptoms of a mTBI sufferer?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of mTBI that can last for an extended period?
Which of the following is a characteristic of mTBI that can last for an extended period?
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What is the primary reason to highlight the timeframe of symptoms when diagnosing mTBI?
What is the primary reason to highlight the timeframe of symptoms when diagnosing mTBI?
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Which of the following is an example of a forceful motion of the head that can cause mTBI?
Which of the following is an example of a forceful motion of the head that can cause mTBI?
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What is the primary reason to conduct a medical intake frequently for mTBI patients?
What is the primary reason to conduct a medical intake frequently for mTBI patients?
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Study Notes
Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI)
- Symptoms of mTBI may appear days or weeks after the injury
- 15% of people with mTBI experience symptoms for more than a year
Causes of mTBI
- Forceful motion of the head (e.g., Motor Vehicle accidents, Falls)
- Impact to the head
- Loss of consciousness for less than 30 minutes
- Feeling dazed, confused, disoriented, amnesia
Symptoms of mTBI
- Headaches (tension, cervicogenic, migraines, intracranial pathological)
- Dizziness and vertigo
- Memory problems
- Poor attention and concentration
- Irritability and emotional disturbance
- Sensitivity to light and sound
- Fatigue (may be caused by endocrine pathology)
- Sleep disturbances (insomnia, circadian shift, obstructive sleep apnea)
Diagnosis and Monitoring
- Medical history is important in identifying mTBI
- Conduct frequent medical intakes to monitor symptoms
- VNG can help identify dizziness and vertigo
- Wearable devices (e.g., Apple Watch, Fitbit) can monitor sleep patterns
Important Considerations
- Document the head trauma!
- Rule out dementia and psychiatric causes when evaluating memory issues
- Consider inner ear/labyrinthine pathology or cerebellar problems when evaluating dizziness and vertigo
Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI)
- Symptoms of mTBI may appear days or weeks after the injury
- 15% of people with mTBI experience symptoms for more than a year
Causes of mTBI
- Forceful motion of the head (e.g., Motor Vehicle accidents, Falls)
- Impact to the head
- Loss of consciousness for less than 30 minutes
- Feeling dazed, confused, disoriented, amnesia
Symptoms of mTBI
- Headaches (tension, cervicogenic, migraines, intracranial pathological)
- Dizziness and vertigo
- Memory problems
- Poor attention and concentration
- Irritability and emotional disturbance
- Sensitivity to light and sound
- Fatigue (may be caused by endocrine pathology)
- Sleep disturbances (insomnia, circadian shift, obstructive sleep apnea)
Diagnosis and Monitoring
- Medical history is important in identifying mTBI
- Conduct frequent medical intakes to monitor symptoms
- VNG can help identify dizziness and vertigo
- Wearable devices (e.g., Apple Watch, Fitbit) can monitor sleep patterns
Important Considerations
- Document the head trauma!
- Rule out dementia and psychiatric causes when evaluating memory issues
- Consider inner ear/labyrinthine pathology or cerebellar problems when evaluating dizziness and vertigo
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This quiz covers the symptoms, causes, and effects of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). Test your knowledge on this important medical topic.
