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Understanding Traumatic Injuries and Concussions
Sep 16, 2024
Traumatic Accidents and Injuries
Types of Injuries
Head, neck, and spinal injuries can result from traumatic accidents such as:
Falling from a height
Being thrown from a vehicle
Sustaining a blow to the head
Signs and Symptoms of Head, Neck, or Spinal Injuries
Mechanism of Injury
: Understanding how the injury occurred.
Behavioral Changes
:
Unresponsiveness
Confusion
Stumbling
Repeatedly asking the same questions
Memory loss
Nausea or vomiting
Speech problems
Physical Signs
:
Head, neck, or back pain
Visible injury
Partial or complete loss of sensation or movement
Seizures
Inability to perform previous activities (e.g., walking)
Immediate Care Steps
Check and Call
: Assess the situation and call for emergency services (EMS).
Provide Care
:
Care based on your level of training.
Keep the person in their original position unless CPR is needed or bleeding must be controlled.
Maintain the person's body temperature.
Address any other injuries if trained to do so.
Concussions
Definition
A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that affects brain function, often due to:
Bump
Blow
Jolt leading to rapid movement of the brain within the skull.
Signs and Symptoms of Concussion
Physical Symptoms
:
Dizziness
Loss of consciousness
Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Seizures
Cognitive Symptoms
:
Confusion
Blurred or double vision
Memory loss
Inability to Perform Previous Activities
Immediate Actions for Suspected Concussion
Check Step
: Conduct a thorough assessment of signs and symptoms.
Stop Activity
: Advise the person to cease their current activity.
Call 911
: If symptoms are observed, call for emergency help.
Care Steps
:
Provide care according to your training level.
Allow the person to rest without moving.
Maintain body temperature.
Address any additional injuries as necessary.
Follow-Up Care
If EMS is not called, the individual should consult a healthcare provider for a full evaluation as soon as possible.
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