A concussion is a serious medical condition.  If not treated appropriately, concussions can result in lifelong desability.

WHAT TO WATCH FOR:

• person appears dazed, stunned, or confused
• when questioned the person may not recall date, location, approximate time or events since injury
• may answer questions slowly or with slurred speech
• person may move clumsily
• person may complain of headache and/or nausea
• difficulty keeping balance
• double or fuzzy vision
• sensitivity to light or noise
• feeling sluggish or "foggy"
• unable to concentrate or remember
• NOTE:  You DO NOT have to lose consciousness to sustain a concussion

MANAGING A CONCUSSION:

• The person should receive professional medical attention from a physician
• Do not leave the person alone; regular monitoring for deterioration is essential
• The person is not to return to activity until symptom-free
• Return to activity should be medically supervised and gradual

WHEN IN DOUBT, SIT THEM OUT!