PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

HEALING AND REPAIR

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Injury resulting from a direct blow or force that does not interrupt the skin; typically bruising is seen
A
contusion
B
sprain
C
strain
D
laceration
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Contusions occur when a direct blow or repeated blows by a blunt object strike part of the body, crushing underlying muscle fibers and connective tissue without breaking the skin. A contusion can result from falling or jamming the body against a hard surface.

Detailed explanation-2: -Contusions are one of the most common types of injuries occurring in active children. A contusion, or bruise, is caused by a direct blow to the body that can cause damage to the surface of the skin and to deeper tissues as well depending on the severity of the blow.

Detailed explanation-3: -Contusion: This is the medical term for bruise. It is caused by a direct blow to the skin and muscles. The skin is not broken, and there is no cut.

Detailed explanation-4: -Any injury that puts pressure on an area repetitively can cause a contusion. Falls, blows sustained during fights or from falling objects, and car accidents may also cause bruises. Contusions can be very painful, even when they are not serious.

Detailed explanation-5: -The three types of contusions are intramuscular contusions, intermuscular contusions, and bone bruises.

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