Which statement best describes a subdural hematoma?
a. Bleeding occurs between the dura and the skull.
b. Bleeding occurs between the dura and the cerebrum.
c. Bleeding is generally arterial, and brain compression occurs rapidly.
d. The hematoma commonly occurs in the parietotemporal region.
B
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A An epidural hemorrhage occurs between the dura and the skull, is usually arterial
with rapid brain concussion, and occurs most often in the parietotemporal region.
B A subdural hematoma is bleeding that occurs between the dura and the cerebrum
as a result of a rupture of cortical veins that bridge the subdural space.
C An epidural hemorrhage occurs between the dura and the skull, is usually arterial
with rapid brain concussion, and occurs most often in the parietotemporal region.
D An epidural hemorrhage occurs between the dura and the skull, is usually arterial
with rapid brain concussion, and occurs most often in the parietotemporal region.
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