Question

question 4 of 20 cuts are ______ meaning an injury to the skin and the soft tissue underneath it. a. contusions b. bruises c. lacerations d. abrasions

Explanation:

Contusions are injuries from blunt - force trauma causing bleeding within soft tissues without breaking the skin. Bruises are the discoloration from blood pooling under the skin due to damaged blood vessels. Lacerations are cuts or tears in the skin and underlying soft tissue. Abrasions are scrapes where the top layer of skin is rubbed off. The description in the question matches lacerations.

Answer:

C. lacerations