The management of a skull fracture is highly dependent on the type and location of the fracture. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning skull fractures?
- A simple nondepressed linear skull fracture is of no significant consequence
- Most depressed skull fractures require surgery to elevate the depressed bone fragment regardless of neurologic status
- Basal skull fractures involve the base of the calvarium and may be suggested by bruising about the eye or behind the ear
- CSF rhinorrhea associated with a basal skull fracture requires prompt surgical exploration and repair of the defect
- Prophylactic antibiotics are indicated in all basal skull fractures associated with CSF rhinorrhea or otorrhea
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