Which statement concerning a hematoma is true?
A) A hematoma is a localized collection of blood under the skin.
B) A hematoma is reddish in color because of all the blood pooling.
C) A hematoma is caused by not inserting the needle deep enough to go through the vein.
D) If a hematoma develops, stop blood collection only if the bag is full.

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A hematoma is indeed a localized collection of blood outside of blood vessels, often under the skin, usually due to injury or trauma.

Which Statement Concerning a Hematoma Is True