Skull Fracture Signs and Symptoms • Patient may have a depression in their skull and /or have a visible crack beneath a laceration or an avulsion • You may detect Cerebrospinal fluid and may notice blood leaking from the eyes or ears • Patient will have Ecchymosis(bruising) around the eyes,this is called Raccoon Eyes • Patient will have Ecchymosis (bruising) behind the ears, this is called Battle’s Sign Treatment for Skull Fracture 1. Immobilize the spine 2. Manage your patients ABC’s 3. Control the hemorrhage with lightly applied pressure, use a bulky dressing 4. Evacuate your patient immediately
Posted on: Wed, 24 Jul 2013 20:41:35 +0000
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