A 40-year-old man presents to A&E after falling off his bicycle. He did not lose consciousness and has no amnesia. He complains of a headache. On exam...

Question

A 40-year-old man presents to A&E after falling off his bicycle. He did not lose consciousness and has no amnesia. He complains of a headache. On examination, GCS is 15/15. He has a bruise on his forehead but no other injuries. Which feature would mandate an immediate CT head scan (within 1 hour) according to NICE guidelines?

Accepted Answer

More than one episode of vomiting

Answer

Headache

Answer

Single episode of vomiting

Answer

History of previous head injury

Answer

Age over 65 years

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Head Injury Assessment