A patient involved in an altercation has been struck on the side of the head with a baseball bat, in addition to suffering several blows to the arms and legs. When assessing this patient, which of the following signs or symptoms best indicates the patient has suffered a brain injury?
A) Confusion and combativeness
B) Complaint of a headache
C) Ecchymosis to the side of the face
D) Weakness to both arms
A
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a. "What is your past medical history?" b. "Are you wearing contact lenses?" c. "Do you take any medications?" d. "Have you ever had a previous eye injury?"
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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