(14) Soft Tissue Injuries Flashcards
1
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abrasion
A
a soft tissue injury caused by friction e.g. rug burn, road rash, scrape
2
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amputation
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the complete removal of a body part
3
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avulsion
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the complete seperation of a chunk of tissue
4
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compartment syndrome
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a build up of fluid within the fascial space, the pressure becomes so great it compresses bv and nerves
5
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crush syndrome
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a metabolic disorder, crush injury is force applied over time, a prolonged exposure causes a build up of waste materials, the waste materials damage the kidneys
6
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ecchymosis
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the blue/black discoloration of soft tissue associated with blood leaking into the tissue
7
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contusion
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a soft tissue injury, the force is enough to damage the soft tissue, but not peirce it
