The Shearing, Stretching, and Tearing Associated with Rapid Acceleration/deceleration Forces

question 11

Multiple Choice

The shearing, stretching, and tearing associated with rapid acceleration/deceleration forces acting on the brain result in which of the following types of brain injury?

• A) Direct, diffuse
• B) Indirect, diffuse
• C) Indirect, focal
• D) Direct, focal

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Definitions:

Identical Twins

Twins who develop from a single fertilized egg that splits, resulting in two individuals with identical genetic make-up.

Fraternal Twins

Twins that develop from two different eggs fertilized by two different sperm, genetically similar as siblings but not identical.

Prenatal Influences

Factors occurring before birth that can affect the development, health, and behavior of the individual, including genetic and environmental influences.

Identical Twins

Twins who develop from a single fertilized egg that splits in two, leading to two genetically identical organisms.