[header] How to evaluate for head injuries during first aid [title] Make sure the person is conscious. [step] While the person may still be awake, there can be other concerns. You'll want to check him quickly to see if he is alert and responsive.
[header] How to evaluate for head injuries during first aid [title] Make sure the person is conscious. [step] While the person may still be awake, there can be other concerns. You'll want to check him quickly to see if he is alert and responsive.
Injuries that develop slowly from a broken or broken bone are difficult to assess. [substeps] See if there is an injury that caused a head injury. If he turns to wakefulness and motions towards you, that could mean something else. [substeps] Fluids and solids should not be put under the eyes. One good way to check is using the avpu responsiveness scale : [substeps] Alert: look to see if he is alert, with eyes open. Does he respond to questions? Verbal: ask simple questions, and see if he is able to answer them. He could be in shock, laying still and not moving, or he could have an autoimmune disorder. [title] Place a dressing on the person and check for a pulse.