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Simple contusions, bruises and the like cause: * Pain, local at the wound site, and sometimes a headache. * Symptoms of whiplash, as the back, notably the cervical spine, usually takes a hit. * A bump or bruise is to be expected. Symptoms of a concussion include: * Some, none or all of the above plus.... * Unconsicousness, either at the time of the injury, later, or both. * Nausea * Vomiting * Blurred vision * Unequal dialtion of pupils * Short term memory impairment. * Increased confusions ("where am I?") * Perserveration (repeating the same question over and over). * Dizziness or vertigo * Tinnitus or ringing in the ears Note that any combination of these signs indicates the need for a professional assessment. Symptoms of a Skull Fracture include: * Some, none or All of the above plus... * Visible breakage of the skull, or visibility of structures beneath the skull * Bleeding or leaking of a clear liquid from the ears, eyes, nose, or at the injury location. * Depressions in the skull at or near point of impact, or opposite the point of impact (contre coup injuries) Any suspicion of skull fracture needs to be transported to the ER at once.
Look for and assess the following:
- Obvious signs of trauma to the head.
- Unconsciousness.
- Dizziness
- Disorientation and fatigue
- retrograde amnesia
- anxiety
- paralysis or lack of coordination
- unequal pupils
- Slow or no pupillary response
- Shock
- Headaches
- nausea and vomiting
If the head gets bumped or the person runs into something the will start to be sleepy or they would pass out
Bleeding, loss of conciousness or disorientation, death
A head injury can cause headaches, loss of consciousness, blurred vision and dizziness.
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What is a injury?
a severe injury is when limbs are broken, your head is cracked, and you can not breath
What is a severe burn?
a severe injury is when limbs are broken, your head is cracked, and you can not breath
Can injury that required a plate in the head cause severe pain in the head?
Yes, any injury to the head can cause ongoing headaches.
What does a score of six on the Glasgow Coma Scale indicate?
severe head injury
How common is epilepsy after a head injury?
Epilepsy occurs in 2-5% of those who have had a head injury; it is much more common in people who have had severe or penetrating injuries.
What are some causes of severe traumatic brain injury?
Severe traumatic brain injury can be caused by several factors. The most common cause of severe traumatic brain injury involves automobile accidents. Falling on the head can also result in severe traumatic brain injury. Other cases include firearms or other weapons penetrating the skull.
What baseball player had severe head injury?
There may be others but Tony Conigliaro comes to mind.
Which of the following commonly is seen after a head injury severe enough to result in a loss of consciousness?
retrograde amnesia
What are all the signs and symptoms of an internal injury?
Signs of an internal injury: 1. Localised swelling2. Discolouration of the skin Symptoms of an internal injury: 1. Localised pain 2. The patient will protect and guard the injury siteOther signs include: 1. The patient with blood coming out the ears and nose - Head Injury 2. The patient that coughs up blood - Thoracic Injury 3. The patient with blood in their stool - Abdominal Injury
Which condition commonly mimics the signs and symptoms of alcohol intoxication?
diabetic reactions, head injury, drug overdose
Do you need to go to the hospital if you fell and bumped the side of your head on the floor?
You might have to especially if you had a hard fall to check signs of concussion, brain or head injury and head or brain trauma.
What are two types of head injuries?
Concussion - Mild brain injury, results in a temporary loss of consciousness Contusion - Occurs when bruising of the brain happens, a more severe type of injury
