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Revision as of 21:15, 21 November 2017
Background
Clinical Features
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Decreased concentration
- Memory problems
- Sleep disturbance
- Irritability
- Fatigue
- Visual disturbances
- Judgment problems
- Depression
- Anxiety
Differential Diagnosis
Head trauma
- Traumatic brain injury
- Orbital trauma
- Maxillofacial trauma
- Scalp laceration
- Skull fracture
- Pediatric head trauma
Evaluation
- Neuropsychological testing
- Symptom checklist
Management
- Symptom management
- Appropriate referral to TBI clinic or neuropsychologist
Disposition
- Outpatient
See Also
- Head trauma (main)
- Mild traumatic brain injury (Concussion)