Journal of Trauma Nursing. 13(2):58-65, APR 2006

PMID: 16884134

Issn Print: 1078-7496

Publication Date: 2006/04/01


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Mild Traumatic Brain Injury in Children: Just Another Bump on the Head?

Rebecca Cook;Lynn Schweer;Kaaren Shebesta;Karen Hartjes;Richard Falcone;

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Abstract

Mild traumatic brain injury (MTBI) is frequently encountered in pediatrics and challenges healthcare practitioners to provide safe, consistent, cost-effective care. Clinical management of children who sustain MTBI poses dilemmas for healthcare practitioners. This article will provide an overview of pediatric MTBI including definition, issues impacting diagnosis and management, risk factors for intracranial injury, indications for diagnostic imaging, disposition, and return to sports/activity. Knowledge and understanding of MTBI in children aid healthcare practitioners to make informed competent recommendations for care. Clinicians must have a thorough understanding and working knowledge of pediatric MTBI to aid clinical decisions and optimize patient outcomes.

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