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Concept analysis of concussion
Author(s) -
Snedden Traci R.
Publication year - 2013
Publication title -
journal for specialists in pediatric nursing
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.499
H-Index - 38
eISSN - 1744-6155
pISSN - 1539-0136
DOI - 10.1111/jspn.12038
Subject(s) - concussion , physical medicine and rehabilitation , medicine , medline , psychology , physical therapy , injury prevention , poison control , medical emergency , political science , law
Purpose Concussion has been estimated to occur in 1.6–3.8 million adolescent athletes in the U nited S tates each year. However, because of conceptual ambiguity regarding its definition, the true incidence is estimated to be significantly higher. This article seeks to identify and support a single definition for the term concussion . Conclusions Defining attributes, antecedents, and consequences of concussion allow for a better understanding of this concept. Sample cases from pediatric clinical practice further clarify the concept as it applies to pediatric nursing. Practice Implications A clear definition has the potential to increase knowledge and recognition of concussion injury, leading to strategies that would decrease the risk of long‐term effects and devastating outcomes.