Asked by Mitch Fenton on Apr 24, 2024
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Which of the following is commonly known as a bruise?
A) Abrasion
B) Contusion
C) Laceration
D) Puncture
Bruise
An injury to the skin causing discoloration and swelling without breaking the surface.
Contusion
A bruise resulting from a blunt impact, causing bleeding under the skin without breaking the skin's surface.
- Identify the appropriate codes for various types of wounds such as abrasions, avulsions, lacerations, and puncture injuries.
- Become acquainted with the language used to describe injuries, wounds, and the impact of substances.
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Norman Hendricks1 week ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
A contusion is commonly known as a bruise. An abrasion is a scrape or scratch, a laceration is a deep cut, and a puncture is a wound caused by a sharp object piercing the skin.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the appropriate codes for various types of wounds such as abrasions, avulsions, lacerations, and puncture injuries.
- Become acquainted with the language used to describe injuries, wounds, and the impact of substances.