There are 5 cognitive learning objectives for this module.

The cognitive learning objectives are: identify external forces that can cause a head injury, identify signs and symptoms of a head injury, identify the indications for performing a Military Acute Concussive Evaluation 2 (MACE 2) for a casualty with a suspected head injury, identify the progressive strategies and constraints for management of a suspected head injury, and identify the signs and symptoms of impending cerebral herniation in the Tactical Field Care (TFC) phase of TCCC.

It is critical for a combat medic/corpsman to recognize casualties with suspected head injuries and to be able to assess and initiate timely treatment and evacuation.