Massachusetts Medical Society: Question 1

Question 1

 

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Why does DPH require that parents fill out a pre-participation form at the beginning of every sports season for the student athlete?

 

 

 

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To make sure student is registered in school sports
 

 

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To take the required annual training
 

 

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So that coaches and school nurses will know if the student has had a prior history of concussion and to determine if it is safe to play
 

 

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Correct Answer is c).  If a student is still recovering from a concussion, any continuing activity puts demand on the fragile recovering brain system.  It is unsafe to play during this time and if the student does play while still recovering from a concussion and gets hit, this can lead to worsening concussion symptoms, prolonged recovery and at worst, second impact syndrome (which is rare).

 

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To submit to the student’s physician for medical clearance
 

 

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