Human Anatomy (8th Edition) - Standalone book
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Author: Frederic H. Martini, Robert B. Tallitsch
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Chapter 16, Problem 2CT
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The cause and seriousness of the condition that leads to problems in the person who has suffered a head injury a few days ago.
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In the given case, the person suffered consequences of the head injury few days after suffering the head injury. Different types of head injuries have different manifestations. In some cases, like trauma to the brainstem, a person can die suddenly. In certain cases, it takes time for the symptoms to manifest.
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