Treating a head injury

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