The mechanism of a patient's injury suggests that the patient may have suffered a basilar skull fracture. The nurse would assess for which findings?Select all that apply.

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Battle's sign and raccoon eyes are both classic physical assessment findings associated with basal skull fractures. Hyphema is associated with eye injuries and not specifically with basal skull fractures. Rigid extension of the forearms may be a sign of a more severe head injury, but it is not specific to basal skull fractures. Anasarca refers to widespread swelling and is not directly related to basal skull fractures.

The Mechanism of a Patient's Injury Suggests That the Patient