The nurse instructs the mother of a 5-year-old who sustained a mild brain injury that although all neurologic evaluations are normal,her child may exhibit postconcussive syndrome.What are common characteristics of this syndrome?

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Mild brain injury is characterized by brief or no loss of consciousness.This type constitutes the majority of head injuries.Neurologic examinations are often normal.Postconcussive syndrome can persist for months,years,or indefinitely.Signs and symptoms include fatigue,headache,vertigo,lethargy,irritability,personality changes,cognitive deficits,decreased information processing speed and memory,understanding,learning,and perceptual difficulties.

The Nurse Instructs the Mother of a 5-Year-Old Who Sustained