Clinical Assessment of the Head-Injured Patient

Amr H. Mohamed, Peter C. Whitfield, Deva S. Jeyaretna

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Abstract

The rapid and accurate clinical assessment of a head-injured patient is crucial. The initial management should be governed by attention to the airway, breathing and circulation according to the principles of the Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) care system. This is vital not only to identify immediately life-threatening injuries but also to prevent secondary cerebral insults. The cervical spine should be immobilised, since patients with a head injury may also harbour a cervical spine injury.1 The level of consciousness and pupil size and reaction should be determined early and at regular intervals when managing patients with TBI.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationTraumatic Brain Injury
Subtitle of host publicationA Multidisciplinary Approach, Second Edition
PublisherCambridge University Press
Pages34-42
Number of pages9
ISBN (Electronic)9781108355247
ISBN (Print)9781108430869
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2020
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Medicine

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