Which clinical manifestation should the nurse monitor for when assessing a pediatric client who is diagnosed with a basilar skull fracture?
1. Periorbital ecchymosis
2. Subdural hematoma
3. Protruding bone
4. Epidural hematoma
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Explanation:
1. Periorbital ecchymosis, also called raccoon eyes, is seen with a basilar fracture.
2. Subdural hematoma might be seen with a linear fracture.
3. Protruding bone might be seen with a compound fracture.
4. Epidural hematoma is seen with linear fracture.
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