Injuries Flashcards
1
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What are the 7 types of injury
A
Abrasion, fracture, dislocation, soft tissue damage, torn cartlidge, strain, sprain, concussion
2
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Definition of soft tissue damage
A
The damaging of muscles , ligaments and tendons throughout the body or a particular area.
3
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What is the definition of dislocation
A
Where one of the bones at a joint is forced out if its normal position.
4
Q
What is the definition of Torn cartilage
A
Forcefully twisting or rotating at a joint causing torn cartilige.
5
Q
What is the definition of concussion
A
Direct impact to the head in games such as rugby.
6
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What is the definition of fracture
A
A broken or cracked bone and the inability to move the body part.
7
Q
What are the five types of closed fracture
A
greenstick, transverse, oblique, impacted, communited
