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Important: This self-assessment is an educational screening tool only and does not constitute a medical diagnosis. It is not a substitute for professional medical evaluation. If you think you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department right away.
Sources for This Screening Tool
The emergency warning signs in this assessment reflect published patient-safety guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) HEADS UP program and the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) "Know When to Go" guidance on head, neck, and back injury. CDC: Signs and Symptoms of Concussion · ACEP: Head Injury — Know When to Go
Guidance on when a suspected fracture warrants emergency versus urgent care reflects general patient-education guidance from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and Mayo Clinic. This is general safety guidance, not a validated clinical scoring instrument. Mayo Clinic: Head Trauma First Aid
This tool does not provide a medical diagnosis and does not replace evaluation by a qualified clinician.