It is an injury characterized by the removal of the superficial epithelial layer of the skin caused by a rub or friction against a hard rough object. What type of injury is this?
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The question consists of multiple-choice items related to injuries and wound characteristics, particularly focusing on definitions, effects, and classifications of various types of wounds. It is assessing knowledge within the field of medical or first-aid terminology.
Answer
Abrasion
The final answer is Abrasion.
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The final answer is Abrasion.
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An abrasion is an injury where the superficial epithelial layer of the skin is scraped away due to friction against a hard surface. These injuries usually heal without leaving significant scars.
Sources
- Abrasion – A wound caused by a scraping force or friction - futurelearn.com
- Abrasion - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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