Following a collision while mountain biking, the diagnostic work up of a 22 year-old male has indicated the presence of an acute subdural hematoma. Which of the following pathophysiological processes most likely underlies his diagnosis?
A. Vessels have burst between the client's skull and his dura.
B. Separation of the dura lining from the skull.
C. A blood clot developed in the middle of the brain that is hard to remove.
D. Blood has accumulated between the man's dura and subarachnoid space.
Answer: D. Blood has accumulated between the man's dura and subarachnoid space.
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