Soc10: Different Types Of Injury Flashcards
1
Q
Concussion
A
Temporary unconsciousness or confusion caused by a blow on the head
2
Q
Abrasion
A
Where the skin is cut open by friction with the floor
3
Q
Fracture
A
A broken or cracked bone which is either: In closed, Compound, Simple or Stress
4
Q
Dislocation
A
When a bone at a joint is forced out of its normal position
5
Q
Starin
A
An injury that occurs to muscles or tendons when they are overstretched or pulled
6
Q
Torn cartlidge
A
An injury caused by a twist or hyper-extension at a joint
7
Q
Soft tissue injury
A
The damage of muscles, ligaments and tendons throughout the body
8
Q
Sprains
A
A strain is a twist, pull or tear of a muscle or a tendon
9
Q
Abrasion
A
A wound caused by superficial damage to the skin
