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Concussion in sport: The importance of accurate and reliable discharge advice
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Concussion in sport: The importance of accurate and reliable discharge advice

C. Norton
Emergency Nurse, Vol.25(10), pp.35-42
2018
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Abstract

Concussion in sport is a common presentation in urgent and emergency care settings, so it is essential that nurses have a full understanding of the condition. Most patients who attend an emergency department with concussion are discharged and discharge advice must be well-informed and evidence based. This article outlines the normal anatomy of the brain and the pathophysiology of concussion, and discusses the guidelines on returning to sport following this injury.

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