4 Questions
What is the classification of a wound that heals in more than 20 days and/or leaves a permanent infirmity?
Dangerous wound
Which type of wound can be defined as loss of a functioning organ or permanent infirmity?
Fetal wound
What is the classification of a wound caused by external mechanical force?
Incised wounds
Which is the classification of wounds according to the mode of infliction that includes fabricated wounds?
Fabricated wounds
Study Notes
Wound Classification
- A wound that takes more than 20 days to heal and/or leaves a permanent infirmity is classified as a grievous hurt.
- A wound that results in the loss of a functioning organ or permanent infirmity is also classified as a grievous hurt.
- A wound caused by external mechanical force is classified as a simple injury.
- Wounds classified according to the mode of infliction, including fabricated wounds, are classified as wounds of infliction.
Test your knowledge of wound classification with this quiz, including legal classifications such as simple wounds, dangerous wounds, and fetal wounds.
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