18 Questions
What is indicated by CSF drainage from the ears or nose in a patient with a basilar skull fracture?
Tear in the dura mater
Which symptom of basilar skull fracture is commonly known as 'racoon eyes'?
Periorbital ecchymosis
Why is cardiac monitoring recommended for patients with eye injuries?
Ocular pressure can stimulate the vagus nerve
What is the function of the auricle (pinna)?
Collect sounds into the ear canal
What is one consequence of epiglottitis as it progresses in adults?
Tracheal blockage leading to airway obstruction
Why has the incidence of epiglottitis decreased over time?
Widespread adoption of the Hib vaccine
What is indicated by periorbital ecchymosis (racoon eyes) in a patient with a basilar skull fracture?
Bruising near the eyes
Why is cardiac monitoring recommended for patients with eye injuries?
To prevent vagal responses due to ocular pressure
What is the primary function of the auricle (pinna)?
To collect sounds into the ear
What can happen as a result of mastoid process bruising in a patient with a basilar skull fracture?
Loss of hearing
Why has the incidence of epiglottitis decreased over time?
Increase in Hib vaccine adoption
In patients with basilar skull fractures, what does CSF drainage from the ears or nose indicate?
Tear in the dura mater
CSF drainage from the ears or nose indicates a tear in the ______
dura mater
Periorbital ecchymosis is also known as 'racoon eyes' in patients with a basilar skull ______
fracture
Mastoid process bruising is also known as 'battle ______' in patients with a basilar skull fracture
signs
Auricle is another term for ______
pinna
Epiglottitis is the inflammation of the ______
epiglottis
In adults, epiglottitis may block the ______ and obstruct the airway
trachea
Learn about the signs and symptoms of basilar skull fracture, including CSF drainage, raccoon eyes, and battle signs. Explore the importance of cardiac monitoring in patients with eye injuries due to ocular pressure effects on the vagus nerve.
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