Question

A 70-year-old female fell and struck her head two days ago, but did not seek medical attention. today, she is confused, is vomiting, and has slurred speech. the emt should suspect a/an:

Answer 1

Upon knowing her she and symptoms I would assume that she has subdural hemotoma

She hit her head 2 days ago and subdural hemotoma can show symptoms days after the injury. subdural hemotoma Symptoms also include headache, confusion, vomiting, slurred speech, or even a coma.

Answer 2

Answer:

The correct answer is subdural hematoma.

Explanation:

The gathering of blood in between the brain covering and the brain surface is known as a subdural hematoma. The condition generally takes place due to severe head injury. However, it can also take place due to a minor head injury. The rate of bleeding is smaller and takes place more gradually.  

The condition is most commonly witnessed in older individuals. Some of the symptoms of the condition are slurred speech and confusion, nausea and vomiting, numbness, issues with walking or balance, seizures, and others.