The nurse is identifying the difference between primary headaches to secondary headaches. Secondary headaches can occur:
1. Because of stress.
2. In relation to low blood pressure.
3. Because of concussions.
4. Because of migraines.
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1. Stress is a primary cause for headaches.
2. Low blood pressure is a primary cause for headaches.
3. Concussions are a cause of secondary headaches because an injury has previously occurred to the brain tissue.
4. Migraines are a primary cause for headaches.
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