A 23-Year-Old Man Develops a Subdural Hematoma After an Automobile

question 10

Multiple Choice

A 23-year-old man develops a subdural hematoma after an automobile accident. Which of the following is most likely to be increased in this patient?

• A)Cerebral blood flow
• B)Cerebrospinal fluid production
• C)Cerebrospinal fluid volume
• D)Intracranial pressure
• E)Intracranial venous volume

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Definitions:

Neurotransmitter

Chemical substances in the brain that transmit signals from one neuron to another, playing a major role in shaping everyday functions and mood.

Excitatory

Referring to substances or signals that increase the activity of the brain or other body systems, potentially leading to heightened arousal or action.

GABA

GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) is the main inhibitory neurotransmitter in the nervous system, playing a critical role in reducing neuronal excitability and regulating muscle tone.

Glutamate

An amino acid that acts as a neurotransmitter in the central nervous system.