Types of Injuries to Tissue Flashcards
the death of cells as a result of the action of microorganisms
bacterial infection
local damage to tissue as a result of exposure to low temperatures.
frostbite
Traumatic wound- an injury to living body tissue caused by an extrinsic agent
Example: cuts, abrasions, punctures, crushing
the separation of intact tissue by a surgeon using aseptic techniques
surgical incision
to chemicals can lead to chemical burns, rashes, interruptions in chemical processes, and other problems.
external exposure
injury to body tissue that is the result of a response of the body to exposure to a chemical
chemical reaction
to chemicals can lead to immediate death from toxin or interference with cell functioning.
Examples include consumption of alcohol
internal exposure
damage to the tissue due to exposure to a high energy source
burn
External chemicals can be absorbed through
skin
eyes
mucous membranes
other portals of entry