Question

A 19-year-old soccer player sustained a concussion yesterday, no red flags. PECARN negative. Management today?

Accepted Answer

Avoid routine imaging; brief (24-48 h) relative rest then graded return to activity

Answer

Routine head CT to rule out bleed

Answer

Strict bed rest for 1-2 weeks

Answer

Immediate full return to play if asymptomatic at rest

Answer

Start opioid analgesics for headache

Practice question

A 19-year-old soccer player sustained a concussion yesterday, no red flags. PECARN negative. Management today?