Wounds Ect Flashcards
1
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Contusion
A
a region of injured tissue or skin in which blood capillaries have been ruptured; a bruise.
2
Q
Concussion
A
Mild traumatic brain injury (TBI)
3
Q
Laceration
A
a wound produced by the tearing of body tissue, as distinguished from a cut or incision.
Example: a slicing cut from a sharp knife
4
Q
Puncture
A
Wound involving a penetrating object
5
Q
Abrasion
A
wound caused by rubbing or scraping the skin or a mucous membrane;
Example: a “skinned knee” or a “rug burn” or “road rash”