A 23-year-old soccer player has concussion without red flags. What is initial outpatient management?...

Question

A 23-year-old soccer player has concussion without red flags. What is initial outpatient management?

Accepted Answer

Brief cognitive/physical rest 24-48 hours, then graded return

Answer

Strict bed rest for 2 weeks

Answer

Return to play same day if symptoms improve

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Immediate MRI for all

Answer

High-dose NSAIDs around the clock

us-abem MCQ (SBA): Concussion