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20 gru 2019 · OBJECTIVES • To review the spectrum of specific types of head injury • To understand the management principles of severe head injury in the emergency room and ICU • To understand some of the issues regarding concussion and athletic head injury
19 maj 2015 · Head injuries can cause damage through primary injury at impact and secondary injury from brain swelling or bleeding in the following hours and days. Treatment depends on the severity and type of injury, and may include surgery, monitoring of intracranial pressure, and supportive care measures.
20 kwi 2017 · This document provides an overview of the management of head injuries. It defines different types of head injuries from scalp lacerations to traumatic brain injuries. It describes the most common causes of head injuries and explains the layers of the head.
17 mar 2013 · Head injuries can be scalp injuries, skull fractures, or brain injuries including concussions and contusions. Risk factors include alcohol use, young age, and certain activities. Signs may include changes in behavior, vomiting, or seizures. Diagnostic tests include CT scans, MRI, and blood tests.
2 lis 2023 · When health and safety incidents occur, Head Start recipients are required to report to the Office of Head Start (OHS) Regional Office immediately or as soon as practicable, and not later than seven calendar days following the incident.
30 maj 2024 · Head Start and Early Head Start programs can use their injury and incident data to protect the children in their care. Reviewing this data can help staff identify and eliminate hazards before they lead to injuries.
30 maj 2023 · People with a head injury may need investigation for the causes of the injury or to manage contributing factors. People with head injury may also have persisting problems in the weeks and months after discharge including physical, sensory, motor, cognitive, emotional, and hormonal changes.
