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|a Test-retest reliability of ImPACT based on external factors |h [electronic resource]. |
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|a Miami, Fla. : |b Barry University, |c 2009. |
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|a Barry University Theses -- School of Human Performance and Leisure Sciences. |
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|a Thesis (M.S.)--Barry University, 2009. |
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|a Includes bibliographical references (leaves 50-53). |
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|a Copyright Nicole Carbone. Permission granted to Barry University to digitize, archive and distribute this item for non-profit research and educational purposes. Any reuse of this item in excess of fair use or other copyright exemptions requires permission of the copyright holder. |
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|a The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of external factors of anxiety; alcohol, caffeine, and sleep on the test- retest reliability of the ImPACT computerized concussion management software. Twenty-five Division II athletes took a pre and posttest computer software test (ImPACT) and additional questionnaires, (STAI to measure anxiety, and the demographic survey). Any participants with a concussion within the last year were excluded from testing. The participants were instructed to fill out a short questionnaire about their daily living activities. After the questionnaire was complete, the ImPACT test was administered. After the participant completed the ImPACT test, they were given another short questionnaire about state anxiety (STAI). The procedure was then repeated again seven to fourteen days after the first test. Using a Pearson correlation, the overall reliability correlations were poor. The only significant correlation was in the Reaction Time composite (r = .611, p <.05). When sleep, anxiety, and caffeine were used as covariates, reliability improved only slightly with none becoming significant. Also, a moderate non-significant correlation (r = .418 p > .05) was found in the visual motor speed composite without covariates. However, it appears that verbal memory, visual memory, and impulse control reliability, when sleep, anxiety, and caffeine are used as covariates improve slightly. Using anxiety, sleep, and caffeine consumption as covariates did not significantly change the test retest reliability. Though the reliability was poor overall, more research is needed in this area because these covariates have been shown to have an effect on reaction time, impulse control, and memory, which could end up hindering the results and causing further injury when a concussion is sustained. Athletic Trainers should emphasize the importance of the test to try to ensure the athletes are giving their best effort. They should also consider performing more than one baseline test to improve the reliability of ImPACT. |
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|a Electronic reproduction. |c Barry University, |d 2020. |f (Barry University Digital Collections) |n Mode of access: World Wide Web. |n System requirements: Internet connectivity; Web browser software. |
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