DIFFUSE AXONAL INJURY (DAI) Caused by acceleration/deceleration/rotational forces that shear the neuronal axons and tear the tiny blood vessels. These patient present with ALOC, combativeness, posturing, abnormal vital signs, and even seizures! Prevent secondary injury to the brain by normalizing vital signs, avoiding hypoxia or seizures, and getting the patient to definitive care! Intended for educational purposes only. Always follow your local protocols. #ERNurse #EmergencyNurse #CEN #CFRN #CT

𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐲 𝟏𝟓𝟗: ⁣ 𝘋𝘪𝘧𝘧𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘈𝘹𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘐𝘯𝘫𝘶𝘳𝘺⁣ ⁣ Diffuse axonal injury (DAI) is a brain injury in which scattered lesions occur over a widespread area in white matter tracts as well as grey matter. DAI is one of the most common and devastating types of traumatic brain injury and is a major cause of unconsciousness and persistent vegetative state after severe head trauma. It occurs in about half of all cases of severe head trauma and may be the primary damage that occurs