| cl | | | | Firstly, if the point of injury is obviously the head |
| Head injuries can potentially be the most | | | | or neck, do not move the injured person as this |
| threatening injury to a person�s life or | | | | will likely make the situation worse, even if the |
| long-term health, and although there may be no | | | | sufferer is in clear discomfort. Even if you have |
| initial signs of damage, a thorough examination | | | | some medical experience, such as a first-aid |
| must be carried out before a patient can be given | | | | certificate, call an ambulance immediately. The |
| the all-clear. If a sudden head injury is sustained | | | | sooner the professionals arrive on the scene and |
| with no obvious medical attention nearby, then | | | | are able to apply treatment, the better. If you |
| you will need to think fast and follow these tips | | | | feel that you should stay with the person, then |
| on how to keep the casualty safe and | | | | call for help of a passer-by and they can phone |
| comfortable. | | | | the emergency services for you. |