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Pt 3: Traumatic Injuries Flashcards

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Mechanical Injury

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Direct
Indirect
Twisting
Contracting

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Direct Force

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The force of an object striking the body

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Indirect Force

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The force of a blunt object striking the body at one part and causing injury to another

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Twisting Force

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One part of the body remains stationary while another part of the body turns.

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Contraction Force

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Sudden or powerful muscle contractions often result in injuries to muscles and tendons.

ie: Sports injury

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