5-1 Check for Head Injuries
The seventh step is to check for head injuries.
Look for the following signs and symptoms.
- Unequal pupils.
- Confusion.
- Headache.
- Vomiting.
- Loss of memory of consciousness.
- Staggering while walking.
- Convulsions or twitches.
- Fluid from the ear(s), nose, mouth, or
injury site.
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- Slurred speech.
- Sleepiness.
- Dizziness.
- Paralysis.
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If a head injury is suspected, continue to
watch for sign which would require
performance of mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation, treatment for shock, or
control of bleeding.
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