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Lecture on Head Injuries Scalp lacerations Skull fractures Brain injuries Complications of head injuries www.assignmentpoint.com

Scalp Lacerations Scalp has a rich blood supply. There may be more serious, deeper injuries. Fold skin flaps back down onto scalp. Control bleeding by direct pressure. www.assignmentpoint.com

Skull Fracture Indicates significant force Signs Obvious deformity Visible crack in the skull Raccoon eyes Battle’s sign NECK INJURY!! www.assignmentpoint.com

Types of Head Injuries OPEN CLOSED www.assignmentpoint.com

Signs and Symptoms Cuts, bruises & swelling to scalp (1 of 3) Cuts, bruises & swelling to scalp Soft areas or depression upon palpation Visible skull fractures or deformities “Black eyes” / bruising behind ear. Clear or pink fluid leakage www.assignmentpoint.com

Signs and Symptoms Unequal pupils (2 of 3) Unequal pupils Loss of sensation and/or motor function Period of unconsciousness Amnesia Seizures www.assignmentpoint.com

Signs and Symptoms Numbness or tingling in the extremities (3 of 3) Numbness or tingling in the extremities Irregular respirations Dizziness Visual complaints Combative or abnormal behavior Nausea or vomiting www.assignmentpoint.com

Level of Consciousness Change in level of consciousness is the single most important observation. Use the AVPU scale Reassess Every 15 minutes if patient is stable. Every 5 minutes if patient is unstable. www.assignmentpoint.com

Level of Consciousness A Alert V Responsive to Verbal stimulus P Responsive to Pain U Unresponsive www.assignmentpoint.com

Emergency Medical Care Establish an adequate airway, (head tilt / chin lift) Control bleeding and provide adequate circulation. Assess the patient’s baseline level of consciousness. Begin fluid resuscitation, Maintain radial pulse www.assignmentpoint.com