Concussion, which is also called mild traumatic brain injury or MTBI, can result from even minor blows to the head.
What are signs to mTBI
blow to the head
blow to the head
Soldiers with mTBI will show signs of depression. Depending on which part of the brain is damaged. Unconsciousness can occur immediately after suffering trauma. Other possible symptoms include headache, loss of coordination, dizziness, confusion, memory problems, and difficulty speaking.
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Soldiers with mTBI will show signs of depression. Depending on which part of the brain is damaged. Unconsciousness can occur immediately after suffering trauma. Other possible symptoms include headache, loss of coordination, dizziness, confusion, memory problems, and difficulty speaking.
Soldiers with mTBI will show signs of depression. Depending on which part of the brain is damaged. Unconsciousness can occur immediately after suffering trauma. Other possible symptoms include headache, loss of coordination, dizziness, confusion, memory problems, and difficulty speaking.
Ensure the Soldier receives medical attention.
Ensure the Soldier receives medical attention.
Soldiers with mTBI will show signs of depression. Depending on which part of the brain is damaged. Unconsciousness can occur immediately after suffering trauma. Other possible symptoms include headache, loss of coordination, dizziness, confusion, memory problems, and difficulty speaking.
Soldiers with mTBI will show signs of depression. Depending on which part of the brain is damaged. Unconsciousness can occur immediately after suffering trauma. Other possible symptoms include headache, loss of coordination, dizziness, confusion, memory problems, and difficulty speaking.
Soldiers with mTBI will show signs of depression. Depending on which part of the brain is damaged. Unconsciousness can occur immediately after suffering trauma. Other possible symptoms include headache, loss of coordination, dizziness, confusion, memory problems, and difficulty speaking.