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future617RT

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Which of the following findings is most consistent with a skull fracture?
 
  a. Bruising behind the ear that develops several hours after the injury
  b. Bilateral dilated pupils that do not respond to light
  c. A hematoma in the occipital area of the head
  d. Altered mental status

Question 2

You are participating in training OEC candidates and are asked about cerebral contusions. You would explain to the class that a cerebral contusion is:
 
  a. an open skull fracture with increased pressure within the skull.
  b. the formation of a pocket of blood within the brain tissue.
  c. bruising and swelling of the brain tissue.
  d. active bleeding between the brain and the skull.


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djofnc

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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: a

Answer to Question 2

Answer: c


future617RT

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Reply #2 on: Jul 2, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jul 2, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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