You have been called to the local community hospital for a 48-year-old male who was involved in a motor vehicle collision 2 hours prior. He has been diagnosed with a cerebral contusion and must be transported to a trauma center for specialty care. As a knowledgeable EMT, you recognize that a cerebral contusion is:

A) An open skull fracture with increased pressure in the skull
B) The formation of a pocket of blood within the brain tissue
C) Bruising and swelling of the brain tissue
D) Active bleeding between the brain and the skull

C) Bruising and swelling of the brain tissue