Step 1: Head Injury Occurs
- Student athlete sustains a head injury during a game or practice.
- Athletic trainer performs an evaluation.
- Athletic trainer uses SCAT 6.
- For away competitions:
- Evaluation is completed by the host athletic trainer.
- Information is reported back to Grinnell.
Step 2: Suspicion of Concussion
Referral to Dr. Dahlby-Albright (Team Physician).
Referral process:
- Monday evenings: Athletics Clinic handles weekend and Monday issues.
- Tuesday through Friday: Refer to Family Medicine.
Additional note:
- Tuesday through Friday: Family Medicine.
Step 3: Team Physician Evaluation
Dr. Dahlby-Albright:
- Performs evaluation.
- Completes the care plan.
Documentation process:
- If evaluated in Athletics Clinic:
- Athletic trainer serves as scribe.
- Information is entered into PNC.
- If evaluated through Family Medicine:
- Form is faxed or returned via the student athlete.
Step 4: Documentation and Support
Athletic trainers scan documentation.
Process:
- Information goes into PNC and SAL report.
- Student Support assigns services as needed.
Required Release of Information (ROI):
- Athletics
- SHAW
- Academic Advising
- Disability Resources
Student Support and Advocacy:
- Reaches out to student.
- Provides support.
- Notifies faculty.
Step 5: Ongoing Follow-Up
Requirements:
- Daily symptom log completed online through Athletics.
- Daily in-person check-in with Athletic Trainer (AT).
Step 6: Return to Play and Disability
A. Return-to-Play Requirement
- NCAA requirement:
- Designated team physician (Dr. Dahlby-Albright) signs return-to-play form.
B. Disability Resources Referral
Contact Disability Resources if:
- Severe post-concussive syndrome lasts longer than one semester; or
- A pre-existing condition is exacerbated.
Additional note:
- Not necessary to go to SHAW unless otherwise indicated.
Campus Partners
- Athletics (Athletic Trainers)
- Student Support and Advocacy
- Disability Resources
- Academic Success Center