Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Trauma Practice Test

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During your assessment of a patient who experienced blunt facial trauma, the presence of a hyphema indicates:

  1. A fracture of the nasal bone.

  2. Direct trauma to the eyeball.

  3. That the pupils are unequal.

  4. An orbital blowout fracture.

The correct answer is: A fracture of the nasal bone.

In a patient who has experienced blunt facial trauma, the presence of a hyphema indicates a fracture of the nasal bone. A hyphema is a collection of blood in the anterior chamber of the eye and can be a result of fractures involving the orbital bones. When evaluating a patient with blunt facial trauma, it is crucial to recognize the signs and symptoms associated with specific injuries to provide appropriate care. A hyphema specifically points towards a nasal bone fracture, requiring immediate medical attention and further assessment.

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