Question

A 29-year-old with suspected concussion after minor head trauma (GCS 15, no vomiting, no anticoagulants) is evaluated in the ED. Which imaging decision tool has Level A recommendation to reduce unnecessary head CTs?

Accepted Answer

Canadian CT Head Rule

Answer

NEXUS Head CT

Answer

New Orleans Criteria

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PECARN

Answer

Ottawa SAH Rule

Practice question

A 29-year-old with suspected concussion after minor head trauma (GCS 15, no vomiting, no anticoagulants) is evaluated in the ED. Which imaging decision tool has Level A recommendation to reduce unnecessary head CTs?