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2 people got into a car accident 10 days ago. one had 3 skull fractures and a collapsed lung, 1had 1 skull fracture. how long in a hospital? age 8, 11
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Depends on damage: If they are not depressed fractures , just liiar fractures , no intracranial injuries including epidural hematoma , and no neuralogical signs will go home with in few days with close follow up for next few months.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Very serious: These 2 accident victims are young with serious injuries. They may be in hospital a long while. They may need rehab, physical therapy, and home health. Okay to ask the care team about their day to day progress and prognosis.
Answered 12/9/2013
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