The Knowledge of Physical Education Teachers on Signs and Symptoms of Sports-Related Concussions

Abstract

Sports-related concussions (SRCs) can have significant consequences, making it crucial for physical education (PE) teachers to possess knowledge of their signs and symptoms for early management. This study aimed to assess the awareness of Jordanian PE teachers regarding SRC signs and symptoms. A cross-sectional online survey study was conducted using a translated version of a validated survey that included items related to participants' characteristics and 20 items asking PE teachers to identify whether the listed sign or symptom was associated with SRCs. A total of 309 PE teachers participated (54% females). The average score for recognizing signs and symptoms was 64%. The items that were most accurately identified included "blurred vision" (94% correct) and "dizziness" (93% correct), while the most inaccurately identified items included "Bleeding from the ear" (70% incorrect) and "Weakness in neck movements" (53% incorrect). In conclusion, Jordanian PE teachers demonstrated limited knowledge of SRC signs and symptoms.