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Get medical help immediately if the person: Becomes unusually drowsy; Behaves abnormally; Develops a severe headache or stiff neck; Loses consciousness, even briefly; Vomits more than once....[read article]
NOTICE: This condition is a medical emergency. Call 911 for immediate care.

Tests for Head Injury

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A neurological examination is an essential component of a comprehensive physical examination . It is a systematic examination that surveys the functioning of nerves...  More
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical ex...  More
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A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of the head is a noninvasive method to create detailed pictures of the brain and surrounding nerve tissues. Unlike x-rays an...  More
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A cranial computed tomography (CT) scan is an imaging method that uses x-rays to create cross-sectional pictures of the head, including the skull, brain, eye socket...  More
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Transcranial Doppler ultrasonography is a noninvasive method of analyzing blood flow in the brain.  More
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A computed tomography (CT) scan is an imaging method that uses x-rays to create cross-sectional pictures of the body. See also: Cranial CT scan; Lumbosacral sp...  More
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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a noninvasive way to take pictures of the body. Unlike x-rays and computed tomographic (CT) scans, which use radiation, MRI uses...  More
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Ultrasound involves the use of high-frequency sound waves to create images of organs and systems within the body.  More
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Detailed information on the most common diagnostic procedures for neurological disorders  More
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Medical Procedures for Head Injury

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First aid is the initial basic treatment of an injured or ill person. First aid requires an observer first to evaluate the injured or ill person and then to interve...  More
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CPR is a lifesaving procedure that is performed when someone's breathing or heartbeat has stopped, as in cases of electric shock, drowning, or heart attack. CP...  More
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Observe for 24 Hours
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Application of Sterile Dressing
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Layer closure of wounds of face and ears
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Surgical Procedures for Head Injury

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Control of Wound Hemorrhage
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Prescribed Medications for Head Injury

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DIAZEPAM is a benzodiazepine. It is used to treat anxiety and nervousness. It also can help treat alcohol withdrawal, relax muscles, and treat certain types of seiz...  More
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IBUPROFEN is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). The medicine may be used for dental pain, fever, headaches or migraines, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid art...  More
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SERTRALINE (SER tra leen) is used to treat depression. It may also be used to treat obsessive compulsive disorder, panic disorder, post-trauma stress, premenstrual ...  More
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PHENYTOIN is used to control seizures in certain types of epilepsy. It is also used to prevent seizures during or after surgery.This medicine may be used for other ...  More
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MANNITOL is a diuretic. It is used to reduce pressure and swelling around the brain and in the eyes. It is also used to prevent or treat kidney failure. This medici...  More
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Antiparkinsonian; levodopa is the levorotatory isomer of dihydroxyphenylalanine and the metabolic precursor of dopamine, and carbidopa is a decarboxylase inhibitor ...  More
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PENTOBARBITAL is a barbiturate. It is a sedative that is used to treat sleeping problems. It is used before surgery to induce sleep. It is also used to treat seizur...  More
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TIZANIDINE helps to relieve muscle spasms. It may be used to help in the treatment of multiple sclerosis and spinal cord injury.This medicine may be used for other ...  More
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BACLOFEN helps relieve spasms and cramping of muscles. It may be used to treat symptoms of multiple sclerosis or spinal cord injury.This medicine may be used for ot...  More
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NIMODIPINE is a calcium-channel blocker. This medicine is used to treat subarachnoid hemorrhage. This is a condition in which there is bleeding into the space aroun...  More
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Anticonvulsant parenterally; electrolyte; required cofactor for numerous human enzyme systems.  More
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DANTROLENE helps to relieve spasms and stiffness of muscles in conditions such as multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, stroke, or injury to the spine. This medicine ...  More
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Over the Counter Medications for Head Injury

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ACETAMINOPHEN (a set a MEE noe fen) is a pain reliever. It is used to treat mild pain and fever. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care ...  More
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IBUPROFEN is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). The medicine may be used for dental pain, fever, headaches or migraines, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid art...  More
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Anticonvulsant parenterally; electrolyte; required cofactor for numerous human enzyme systems.  More
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Self Care for Head Injury

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Airway management involves ensuring that the patient has a patent airway through which effective ventilation can take place.  More
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Cooling treatments lower body temperature in order to relieve pain , swelling, constriction of blood vessels, and to decrease the liklihood of cellular damage by sl...  More
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Application of Neck Support
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This feature is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the care and information received from your healthcare provider. Please consult a healthcare professional with any health concerns you may have.