Head Trauma Terminology

Question 1

raccoon eyes

Answer 1

bilateral periorbital ecchymosis

Question 2

bilateral periorbital ecchymosis

Answer 2

bruising around the eyes
- associated with orbital fractures

Question 3

Battle’s signs

Answer 3

retroauricular ecchymosis

Question 4

retroauricular ecchymosis

Answer 4

bruising around the ears
- associated with a fracture of the auditory canal and lower areas of the skull

Question 5

“Target” or “Halo” Sign

Answer 5

CSF drainage from ears
- may produce a halo effect on gauze

Question 6

what does CSF stand for?

Answer 6

cerebrospinal fluid