A conscious victim who has suffered a blow to the head has symptoms that indicate the possibility of concussion. If the patient feels no indication of neck or spine injury, recommended treatment would include __________.
• Basic first aid for head injuries and possible concussion (when the victim is conscious) • Importance of protecting the airway without moving the neck unnecessarily • General rule about food and drink after head injury or possible internal injury
• Think about which positions might increase pressure in the head and which might help reduce it slightly • Consider how you would keep the airway open and clear without twisting or turning the neck or spine • Ask yourself: in suspected concussion, is it usually better to offer fluids or withhold them until further medical evaluation?
• Verify which option avoids unnecessary movement of the neck and spine • Check which choice best supports breathing and comfort without making a potential brain injury worse • Confirm standard first-aid guidance about giving food or drink after a significant head injury
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