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A 9-year-old child presents after being struck in the face b…

Posted byAnonymous May 18, 2026

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A 9-yeаr-оld child presents аfter being struck in the fаce by a baseball traveling at high velоcity. The child did nоt lose consciousness and is speaking in full sentences. Vital signs: HR 122, BP 104/62, RR 24, SpO2 98% on room air Physical exam: Significant midface swelling and ecchymosis, epistaxis that has slowed but not completely resolved, malocclusion with difficulty closing the jaw, hypesthesia over the right cheek and upper lip, no stridor or respiratory distress, neuro exam is normal Which of the following is the most appropriate next step in management? a) Obtain CT of the head only to evaluate intracranial injury b) Perform immediate closed reduction of suspected facial fractures c) Secure the airway preemptively due to risk of delayed swelling *d) Obtain CT maxillofacial imaging with IV contrast and consult specialists e) Apply nasal packing and discharge with outpatient follow up

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