Soft Tissue Injuries & Burns Flashcards
1
Q
What does Ecchymosis mean?
A
Buildup of blood producing blue/black discoloration
2
Q
Hematoma is what?
A
Collection of blood within damaged tissue
3
Q
Abrasion
A
Superficial layer, friction(road rash)
4
Q
Laceration
A
Jagged cut
5
Q
Avulsion
A
Skin detaches or hangs as a flap
6
Q
What are the critical areas with full thickness burns
A
Upper airway, face, hands, genitalia, burns around torso or limbs
