You are examining a patient who was struck on the head last night. His mental status is altered, and he has a bruise behind the ear. This is referred to as:
A. Raccoon's eye's
B. Orbital hematoma
C. Battle's sign
D. Cushing reflex
Answer: C
You are examining a patient who was struck on the head last night. His mental status is altered, and he has a bruise behind the ear. This is referred to as:
A. Raccoon's eye's
B. Orbital hematoma
C. Battle's sign
D. Cushing reflex