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Open wounds are those in which the protective body surface has been broken, permitting the entry of foreign material into the tissues.
Open wounds are those in which the protective body surface has been broken, permitting the entry of foreign material into the tissues.
True (A)
Closed wounds are caused by blunt trauma and the injured tissue is exposed to the exterior.
Closed wounds are caused by blunt trauma and the injured tissue is exposed to the exterior.
False (B)
Nearly everyone will experience a closed wound at some point in their lives.
Nearly everyone will experience a closed wound at some point in their lives.
False (B)
Blunt force trauma can cause abrasions, lacerations, and skin tears.
Blunt force trauma can cause abrasions, lacerations, and skin tears.
Penetrating wounds include puncture wounds, surgical wounds, and thermal burns.
Penetrating wounds include puncture wounds, surgical wounds, and thermal burns.