Just a headache? What EMS providers need to know about the signs and symptoms of headaches.
There are many more causes or conditions that may present as a severe headache, and it is sometimes difficult to get a complete understanding of what the patient is experiencing. Keeping in mind our caregivers' mantra to "do no harm," and keeping all senses in tune to your patient's presentation, you'll go a long way toward making your patient feel better and instilling them with confidence that you care.
Wiemokly
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Connecticut Office of EMS, USA.
D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D004632:Emergency Medical Services / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D006261:Headache / Q000175:diagnosis*; D006801:Humans; D008881:Migraine Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis*; D012720:Severity of Illness Index