types of wounds Flashcards
1
Q
What is Avulsion wound?
A
-Tearing a structure from normal anatomic position
-Possible damage to blood vessels, nerves, and other structures
2
Q
What is chemical wound?
A
Toxic agents such as drugs, acids, alcohol, metals and substances released from cellular necrosis
3
Q
What is thermal wound?
A
High or low temperatures; cellular necrosis as possible a result
4
Q
What is irradiation?
A
Ultraviolet light or radiation exposure
