A 39-year-old male suffers a severe brain injury when he falls off a building while working.CT scan reveals that he has a basilar skull fracture.Based upon his injuries,what major complication should the nurse observe for in this patient?

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Individuals with basilar skull fractures should be observed for meningitis and other complications.
Individuals with basilar skull fracture are at risk for meningitis due to the open fracture,not hematoma.
Individuals with basilar skull fracture are at risk for meningitis due to the open fracture,not increased ICP.
Individuals with basilar skull fracture are at risk for meningitis due to the open fracture,not cognitive deficits.

A 39-Year-Old Male Suffers a Severe Brain Injury When He