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Publication Date: 2017-Feb
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The Relationship between Concussion Knowledge and the High School Athlete's Intention to Report Traumatic Brain Injury Symptoms: A Systematic Review of the Literature
Taylor, Mary Ellen; Sanner, Jennifer E.
Journal of School Nursing, v33 n1 p73-81 Feb 2017
Sports-related concussion or traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a frequent occurrence among high school athletes. Long-term and short-term effects of TBI on the athlete's developing brain can be minimized if the athlete reports and is effectively treated for TBI symptoms. Knowledge of concussion symptoms and a school culture of support are critical in order to promote the student's intention to report TBI symptoms. The purpose of this systematic review is to examine the relationship between the high school athlete's concussion knowledge and an intention to report TBI symptoms. One hundred eleven articles were retrieved and four articles met established criteria and were included in this systematic review. A link appears to exist between high school athlete concussion knowledge and an intention to report TBI symptoms. School nurses can provide a supportive environment and concussion knowledge to the high school athlete in order to ultimately facilitate TBI symptom reporting.
Descriptors: Athletics, Athletes, High School Students, Head Injuries, Brain, Intention, Symptoms (Individual Disorders), Self Disclosure (Individuals), Literature Reviews, Neurological Impairments, School Nurses
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Education Level: High Schools; Secondary Education
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Language: English
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