The Laboratory Reports of a Client Who Had an Accident

question 13

Multiple Choice

The laboratory reports of a client who had an accident show a fracture in the temporal bone of the middle ear. Which type of fracture should the nurse suspect in this client?

• A) Basilar skull fracture
• B) Linear fracture
• C) Depressed fracture
• D) Both A and C

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Definitions:

Internal Locus

The belief that individuals have control over their own life events and outcomes, as opposed to external forces.

Anxiety and Depression

A set of mood disorders characterized by persistent feelings of worry and sadness, impacting daily functioning.

Injuries and Accidents

Harm or damage occurring to an individual as a result of sudden or unforeseen events.

Self-Efficacy

The belief in one's ability to succeed in specific situations or accomplish a task.