In short: After a blow to the head, rest — no sport and no work. Call 112 if the person lost consciousness even briefly, vomits more than once, behaves oddly, has a seizure, a limb is weak, balance or vision is affected, or blood or clear fluid comes from the nose or ears. Even if everything seems fine, watch for 24 hours: signs can appear later. All 38 first-aid instructions, based on state-institution and international guidelines (Lithuanian Ministry of Health, NVSC, VVKT, ERC, IFRC), are in the InCaseMap app and work offline — together with a map of hospitals, pharmacies and shelters.
What to do
- After a blow to the head – no sport and no work, rest.
- Serious injury – ask them not to move the head and neck; if they are lying down, support the head with your hands.
- Call 112 if they lost consciousness even briefly, vomit more than once, behave oddly or speak unclearly, have a seizure, a limb is numb or weak, balance is affected, they see double or blurred or light hurts, blood or clear fluid comes from the nose, ears or mouth, or a severe headache does not pass in 2 hours even after painkillers.
- Only a bump, a mild headache or nausea – rest and watch.
- Even if everything seems fine, watch for 24 hours: signs can appear later.
- A suspected concussion must be assessed by a doctor.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a doctor after a head injury?
A suspected concussion must be assessed by a doctor. If it is only a bump or a mild headache — rest and watch.
How long should I watch after a blow to the head?
For 24 hours — signs can appear later.
Sources
- European Resuscitation Council Guidelines 2025: adult and paediatric resuscitation, first aid. Resuscitation 2025; 215 doi.org
- European Resuscitation Council Guidelines 2021: First aid. Resuscitation 2021; 161: 270–290 doi.org
- IFRC International First Aid, Resuscitation and Education Guidelines 2020 ifrc.org
Based on: European Resuscitation Council (ERC), International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC). Translated from the Lithuanian text checked 5 October 2026.
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