Question

Imagine a coach benching a player after a big hit (not displaying any visible signs of a concussion from the audience perspective). The audience is "boo-ing" the decision that the coach made and some of the players are upset too.

Answer 1

Th coach is correct for doing so.

Step-by-step explanation:

Concussions are tricky, and can't be visible most times. If the coach saw any signs of a possible brain injury, sending the player back out could add more severe problems, and lead to life altering issues

Answer 2

The Coach was right to bench the player. Signs or symptoms of a concussion can be extremely subtle and in some cases non-existent immediately after the accident takes place. However, if the player did have a concussion, sending them back onto the field can severely increase the chances of long-term medical conditions and even life-threatening conditions.

The common symptoms of a concussion including,

• Headaches
• Confusion
• Amnesia
• Sleepiness
• Dizzyness
• Fatigue

can appear for weeks after the individual's accident.

In conclusion, the Coach was right to bench the player as it is their primary responsibility to look out for the well-being of the players. Putting the player back on the field for a sport, under those circumstances, would have been completely irresponsible.