V47: Car occupant injured in collision with fixed or stationary object
V47.0: Car occupant injured in collision with fixed or stationary object : driver injured in nontraffic accident
The title "Car occupant injured in collision with fixed or stationary object: driver injured in nontraffic accident" refers to a very specific type of vehicular accident. The individual involved in this circumstance is the driver of a car who has been injured due to a nontraffic accident involving a collision with a fixed or stationary object. Nontraffic accidents take place anywhere that isn't a public highway, such as parking lots, driveways, or private property. The type and severity of the injury can widely vary depending on factors like speed, the point of impact, use of seatbelts, and airbag deployment. Injuries can range from minor cuts, bruises or sprains to potentially severe or life-threatening conditions like head trauma, spinal injuries, chest injuries, or fractures. It's noteworthy that even if there are no immediate visible symptoms, there may be internal injuries that might manifest later, hence, immediate medical attention is essential in such situations.
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