A Concussion Is Caused by ____.​

question 16

Multiple Choice

A concussion is caused by ____.​

• A) ​the accumulation of tau proteins in the brain
• B) ​chronic traumatic encephalopathy due to multiple head injuries
• C) ​mechanical stress resulting from an impact to the head
• D) ​sensory overstimulation resulting from an impact to the head
• E) ​damage to nerve nets caused by exposure to explosions in combat zones

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