A convoluted concussion case. Issue 3 (3rd April 2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Huffer, Kelly Watson
• Is Part Of: Journal of American college health. Volume 70:Issue 3(2022)
• Page Start: 673
• Page End: 676
• Publication Date: 2022-04-03
• Subjects: Concussion -- interprofessional collaboration -- management -- Zurich protocol; College students -- Health and hygiene -- United States -- Periodicals; College students -- Health and hygiene -- Periodicals; College students -- Mental health -- Periodicals; Universities and colleges -- Health promotion services -- Periodicals; 362.10883781980973
• DOI: 10.1080/07448481.2020.1776294
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0744-8481

Abstract

Abstract: Background College health pracitioners are often the primary contact for students with concussion. The aim of this case report is to describe concussion management of a convoluted journey to recovery for a student over the course of an acadmic year. Case presentation The case starts with an initial presenting event which is further complicated by repeated head traumas, co-morbid mental health conditions, and inconsistency with follow-up. Interprofessional collaboration and inclusion of the Zurich protocol eventually lead to resolution of symptoms. Conclusion The emphasis on a multidisciplinary approach to the medical and academic progress is described. Identifying information was changed to protect the student.