Head Trauma - Peds

Question 1

When does a TBI occur

Answer 1

when head trauma leads to intracranial dysregulation

Question 2

Open head injury

Answer 2

skull is compromised, brain exposed

Question 3

Closed head injury

Answer 3

skull is not compromised, brain is covered

Question 4

Linear skull fracture

Answer 4

common, straight line fracture that is not usually serious

Question 5

When do linear fractures become serious

Answer 5

if there is tissue damage or bleeding in the skull, shearing on vessels

Question 6

Result of concussion

Answer 6

disruption of electrical activity in the brain