Assessment and Management of Pediatric Trauma
Module 4: Pediatric Head Injuries
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Evaluation of Suspected Abuse

  • Laboratory
    - platelets, coagulation studies, liver function tests
  • Skeletal Survey, +/- bone scan
    - if under 2 or 3 years of age
    - skull, spine, chest, extremities, other X-rays as needed
  • Head CT / MRI & ophthalmologic examination
    - consider if under 1 y/o
  • Evaluate for abdominal or other injuries
  • Social service and police referral/report
Module 4: Pediatric Head Injuries