INTRODUCTION: The aim of this paper is to highlight the importance of a quick response from the patient who has a head injury which is of great importance for the further outcome of the situation. Likewise, it is very important to the injured as soon as possible transport to health facilities in which to get appropriate care. After the introductory words of the anatomy of the head and the most common injuries of the head, is described how to properly react in the event that we find ourselves at the crash site and the treatment of the injured person. DISCUSSION: In the discussion are described in more detail some of traumatic head injuries, their causes and effects that can cause. Also, more closely describes the role of nurses in the entire procedure and the nursing diagnosis and interventions that nurse performs during health care. CONCLUSION:Head trauma isone of the main causes of death in the world today, especially in traffic accidents or injuries and the like. The faster the proper response of people who find themselves at the scene greatly helps in further care for the injured. Can be preserved cognitive function and after the rehabilitation of patients, it may be faster to become independent. If and after the rehabilitation of the patient never fails to finish recover, should assess how much he is capable of living independently and in which he needs the help of another person.