This article aims to review the current evidence in relation to acute head injury care
• Head injuries are a frequent cause of death and disability in western society with the first 72 h being an important period for
prevention of further brain damage
• The underlying physiology behind head injury and intracranial pressure will be discussed
• The monitoring of intracranial pressure and implications for practice will be addressed
• The specialized nursing care and drug therapy management that is necessary for acute head injury patients will be highlighted
• Recommendations for practice will be given