HEAD INJURY / HEADACHE

Major Head Injury - Loss of Consciousness

• DO NOT MOVE STUDENT.  Keep warm and quiet.
• If movement is necessary because scene is unsafe, keep head and spine in alignment.
• Observe for signs of shock, restlessness: fast or weak pulse, pale or bluish skin, moist skin, nausea and vomiting, and treat accordingly
• Notify parents and school nurse.
• Call 911 or local emergency response team.

• Lay the student down.  Keep warm and quiet.
• Apply cold compress to affected area to reduce swelling.
• Notify parents and school nurse.

• Allow student to lie down with a cold compress.
• Check for fever.
• Give no medications (unless parents have signed a medication administration form for headache).
• Notify parents and school nurse.