Soc 10: Types Of Injuries Flashcards
1
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Fracture
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Where a bone is either cracked or broken completely. There is compound, simple, stress and closed.
2
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Concussion
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A blow to the head effecting memory, co-ordination or slurred talking.
3
Q
Abrasion
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Where you scrape or graze your skin on a rough surface.
4
Q
Sprain
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A tear of the ligament after movement that stretches the bones past the capable range.
5
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Dislocation
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Where a bone is dislocated from the joint and looks deformed or bruised.
6
Q
Strain
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A tear or pull of the tendon or muscle.
7
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Soft tissue injury
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Joint and bone movement past the range of can tear ligaments and tendons.
8
Q
Torn cartilage
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Firm elastic substance which lines adjoining bones. It absorbs the impact on the bones while reducing friction in activity.
9
Q
What is RICE?
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Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
