CHALICE Predictors of Clinically Significant Head Iniury 
History 
 - Witnessed LOC > 5min 
 - History of Amnesia >5 min duration 
 - Abnormal drowsiness 
 - >= 3 vomits after head injury 
 - Suspicion of non-accidental injury 
 - Seizure after head injury in a patient with no history of epilepsy 
 
Exam 
 - GCS < 14 or GCS < 15 in a patient under 1 year of age 
 - Suspicion for penetrating or depressed skull injury or tense fontanelle 
 - Signs of Basal skull fracture 
 - Presence of a bruise, swelling, or laceration > 5 cm if < 1 year old 
 
Mechanism 
 - High speed accident (> 40 mph) as either a pedestrian, cyclist, or occupant 
 - Fall > 3m 
 - High speed injury from projectile or object 

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Dr. Gerald Diaz @GeraldMD · 6 years ago
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