How Does a Depressed Skull Fracture Cause Brain Damage

question 67

Multiple Choice

How does a depressed skull fracture cause brain damage?

• A) A bone fragment penetrates and tears brain tissue.
• B) A section of the skull is missing, leaving the brain unprotected.
• C) A section of skull bone is displaced below the level of the skull, causing pressure on the brain.
• D) Many fracture lines are present, causing instability.
• E) The contrecoup injury is the cause of brain damage.

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