A young female was injured in an automobile wreck,striking her head on the windshield.She is unconscious and her breathing is irregular.She is bleeding from a scalp wound,but your assessment shows that her cranium is intact.Her vital signs are pulse 68,blood pressure 148/90,and her pupils are unequal.You should suspect a(n):

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The combination of unconsciousness, irregular breathing, scalp bleeding, and unequal pupils suggests a closed head injury. The intact cranium indicates that the bleeding is likely occurring within the brain itself, leading to increased pressure and potential brain damage. A concussion would not typically cause bleeding, while a contusion or open head injury would usually involve visible damage to the skull. The vital signs may indicate increased intracranial pressure. Immediate medical attention is necessary in this case.

A Young Female Was Injured in an Automobile Wreck,striking Her