Which of the following would be a relative contraindication to nasotracheal intubation?
Laceration of the globe may lead to leaking of the
The lower jaw is called the
There is a poor blood supply to the facial muscles and skin.
If a patient suffers a laceration or blunt trauma to an eye, you should:
1. Apply bulky 4x4`s to the injured eye
2. Apply bulky 4x4`s to the uninjured eye
3. Secure bandages to both eyes with roller gauze
4. Verbally reassure the patient throughout transport
5. Only secure bandages to the injured eye with roller gauze
Bony fractures of the cranium and face cannot be splinted in place.
Bloody discharge from the ears or nose may be indicative of which of the following?
Impaled objects in the cheek should be removed due to which of the following?
1. They may bleed severely
2. They may interfere with airway control
3. They usually involve no major structure that could be injured by removal
4. They interfere with patient`s ability to give a history
Penetrating objects that are impaled in the eye should be:
Injuries to the face and head may be caused by which of the following?