The nurse is preparing to assess a motor vehicle accident victim who was lap and shoulder harness restrained. Which of the following injuries will the nurse most likely assess in this patient?
1. contusions underlying the location of the harness
2. flexion fracture of the cervical spine
3. lumbar spine fractures
4. fractured patella
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Rationale: Since the patient was restrained with a lap and shoulder harness, the nurse will most likely assess contusions underlying the location of the harness. Flexion fracture of the cervical spine is most likely seen with an unrestrained driver. Lumbar spine fractures are seen in lap belt only restrained drivers. Fractured patella is seen in unrestrained front seat passengers and fall injuries.
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