HEAD INJURIES Head Injuries Scalp lacerations Skull fractures Brain injuries Complications of head injuries.

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HEAD INJURIES Head Injuries Scalp lacerations Skull fractures Brain injuries Complications of head injuries

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.

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

Types of Head Injuries OPENCLOSED

Signs and Symptoms (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

Signs and Symptoms (2 of 3) Unequal pupils Loss of sensation and/or motor function Period of unconsciousness AmnesiaSeizures

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

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 15 minutes if patient is stable. Every 5 minutes if patient is unstable. Every 5 minutes if patient is unstable.

Level of Consciousness A Alert V Responsive to Verbal stimulus P Responsive to Pain U Unresponsive

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

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