Chapter 24: Soft-Tissue Injuries Flashcards
Loss or damage of the superficial layer of skin as a result of a body part rubbing or scraping across a rough or hard surface
abrasion
An injury in which part of the body is completely severed
amputation
An injury in which soft tissue is torn completely loose or is hanging as a flap
avulsion
Injuries in which soft tissue damage occurs as a result from thermal heat, frictional heat, toxic chemicals, electricity, or nuclear radiation
burns
Injuries in which damage occurs beneath the skin or mucous membrane but the surface remains intact
closed injuries
Swelling in a confined space that produces dangerous pressure; may cut off blood flow or damage sensitive tissue
compartment syndrome
A burn caused by direct contact with a hot object
contact burn
The presence of infective organisms or foreign bodies such as dirt, gravel, or metal.
contamination
A bruise from an injury that causes bleeding beneath the skin without breaking the skin
contusion
An injury that occurs when a great amount of force is applied to the body
crushing injury
Significant metabolic derangement that develops when crushed extremities or body parts remain trapped for prolonged periods. This can lead to renal failure and death.
crush syndrome
The inner layer of the skin, containing hair follicles, sweat glands, nerve endings, and blood vessels
dermis
discoloration associated with a closed wound; signifies bleeding
ecchymosis
The outer layer of skin that acts as a watertight protective covering
epidermis
The displacement of organs outside the body
evisceration