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Call for emergency help immediately if you find someone unconscious at an accident scene. Also call for emergency help if someone with a serious head injury experiences any of the following symptoms:
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Headache
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Dizziness
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Drowsiness
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Nausea and vomiting
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Confusion
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Difficulty walking
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Slurred speech
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Memory loss
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Poor coordination
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Irrational behavior
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Aggressive behavior
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Head Injury In Children
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
What Is It? Trauma to the head can cause a range of medical problems, from mild to severe. Each year, childhood head injuries result in more than... Read more »
Electrical injury
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Electrical shock First Aid1. If you can do so safely, turn off the electrical current. Unplug the cord, remove the fuse from the fuse box, or turn... Read more »
Head injury
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
A head injury is any trauma that leads to injury of the scalp, skull, or brain. The injuries can range from a minor bump on the skull to serious... Read more »
Can a head injury increase Alzheimer's risk?
A reader wants to know if a head injury can cause or hasten Alzheimer's disease. According to neuropsychologist Glenn Smith, it depends on several... Read more »
Concussion
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
PreventionAttention to safety, including the use of appropriate athletic gear, such as bike helmets and seat belts, reduces the risk of head... Read more »
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