What can cause a TBI
Falls, especially among older adults and children, are a leading cause of this type of brain injury.
What is TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury)?
This common post-TBI symptom is often linked to changes in cognitive functioning, such as difficulty concentrating or remembering new information.
What is cognitive impairment or memory loss?
Wearing this protective gear can reduce the risk of head injury while participating in activities such as biking, skateboarding, or playing football.
What is a helmet?
This type of TBI occurs when an object penetrates the skull, causing direct injury to the brain tissue.
What is a penetrating brain injury?
This common cause of TBI involves a sudden, violent jolt or blow to the head, often seen in motor vehicle accidents.
What is a car crash?
This severe symptom of TBI results in a state where the person is unresponsive to stimuli and does not exhibit purposeful movement.
What is a coma?
Implementing this safety feature in vehicles can significantly reduce the risk of head injuries in the event of an accident.
What is a seatbelt?
This mild form of TBI usually results from a blow to the head and may cause a brief loss of consciousness or confusion.
What is a concussion?
This type of injury occurs when the head is struck by or strikes an object during contact sports like football or soccer.
What is a sports-related injury?
A person with a TBI may experience this condition, where they are unable to recall events that occurred before or after the injury.
What is amnesia?
This home safety measure is recommended for older adults to prevent falls, which are a common cause of TBI.
What are grab bars or non-slip mats/assistive devices?
This type of TBI involves bruising or bleeding of the brain tissue but does not typically involve penetration of the skull.
What is a contusion?
This type of injury can occur when an object penetrates the skull, like in a gunshot wound.
What is a penetrating head injury?
This symptom often occurs immediately after a head injury and may last from minutes to days. It is commonly described as dizziness or feeling off-balance.
What is vertigo?
This preventive action is crucial for preventing falls, especially among the elderly, and includes exercises that improve strength and balance.
What is fall prevention training or balance exercises?
This severe type of TBI can result in a coma or altered level of consciousness, often requiring immediate surgical intervention.
What is a cerebral contusion or severe traumatic brain injury?
This activity can result in TBI when there is a high risk of falling, such as in construction or outdoor work environments.
What is workplace accidents?
A TBI patient may exhibit this sign, where their pupils appear "blown" or unequal in size, signaling potential brain injury.
What is pupillary dilation or unequal pupils (anisocoria)?
This guideline in contact sports aims to minimize head injuries by emphasizing safe playing techniques and limiting risky behaviors.
What is proper sports technique or concussion protocols?
This type of TBI is characterized by widespread damage to the brain’s nerve fibers, often caused by rotational forces.
What is diffuse axonal injury?