The first 24 Hours after a head injury are the most important, although after effects may appear much later. It is important, although after effects may appear much later. It is important that a responsible person awakens the patient every 2 hours for the first 24 hours and watches for the following symptoms. If any of these occurs, call your doctor or return to the emergency department.
1. Persistent headache, nausea or vomiting more than twice.
2. Weakness, numbness or paralysis of the arms or legs.
3. Blood or clear fluid from the ears or nose.
4. Blurred vision; unequal pupils (one larger than the other).
5. Convulsions.
No Alcoholic beverages.
Take nothing stronger than aspirin or tylenol for pain.
Instruction : write question for number 1,2,3,4 to check the patient condition.
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