The nurse notes on the surgical schedule that a patient is scheduled for cranial burr holes. For which health problems does the nurse realize this type of surgical approach is indicated?

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Cranial burr holes are typically used in cases of acute subdural hematoma or epidural hematoma to relieve pressure on the brain by allowing excess blood or fluid to drain. It is not typically used for ischemic stroke, migraine headache, or hemorrhagic stroke.

The Nurse Notes on the Surgical Schedule That a Patient