Asked by Shuntavia Lewis on Jun 19, 2024
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A person who has cerebrospinal fluid draining from the ear probably has a fracture of the ________ bone.
A) frontal
B) temporal
C) zygomatic
D) parietal
E) occipital
Cerebrospinal Fluid
A clear, colorless body fluid found in the brain and spine that acts as a cushion for the brain's cortex, providing basic mechanical and immunological protection to the brain.
Temporal
Relating to time or denoting the temples of the skull.
Occipital
Pertaining to the occipital bone or region, located at the back part of the skull, involving the visual processing center of the brain.
- Understand the anatomical structures involved in the process of hearing and vision.
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Kathleen BoldtJun 20, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The temporal bone houses the structures of the ear, and a fracture here can lead to cerebrospinal fluid leaking from the ear, indicating a breach between the cranial cavity and the ear canal.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the anatomical structures involved in the process of hearing and vision.