A subdural hematoma is a "bruise" that often occurs following a head injury and affects a layer of the membranes that cover the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nerves. Given your knowledge of anatomical terms, which of the following is the likely location of this type of injury?
A) the scalp
B) the meninges
C) the lateral ventricles
D) the central canal of the spinal cord

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The meninges are the layers of membranes that cover the CNS and the peripheral nerves, and a subdural hematoma affects this layer. The scalp, lateral ventricles, and central canal of the spinal cord are not directly affected by this type of injury.

A Subdural Hematoma Is a "Bruise" That Often Occurs Following