Your patient is a 14-year-old male who was run over by a tractor and is now unresponsive.During the rapid assessment,you should look for clear drainage coming from the patient's ________ indicating a serious injury.

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Clear drainage from the ears may indicate a basilar skull fracture, which is a serious injury and potentially life-threatening. It is important to note any such drainage during the rapid assessment and report it to the appropriate medical personnel. Clear drainage from the eyes, mouth or rectum may also indicate injuries, but are not specific to head trauma and would not necessarily be indicative of a more serious injury.

Your Patient Is a 14-Year-Old Male Who Was Run Over