Skin Injuries Flashcards
1
Q
Incision
A
A cut through the skin with clean even edges
2
Q
Laceration
A
A cut through the skin with rough uneven edges
3
Q
Abrasion
A
Skin scraped away by friction
4
Q
Ecchymosis
A
Discoloration caused by blood collecting under the skin (bruise)
5
Q
Petechiae
A
Pinpoint spots of blood caused by excessive pressure
6
Q
Senile purpura
A
Hemorrhages into the skin caused by fragile blood vessels
7
Q
Frostbite
A
Freezing of the skin
8
Q
Gangrene
A
Skin necrosis caused by lack of blood supply
