Question

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select the correct answer
what kind of wound occurs when the skin scrapes against a hard surface and tiny blood vessels break in the outer layer of the skin?
a. abrasion
b. avulsion
c. laceration
d. puncture

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Abrasion is a wound where the skin scrapes against a hard surface, causing tiny blood vessels in the outer skin layer to break. This matches the description.
• Option B: Avulsion involves tearing away of tissue, not just scraping.
• Option C: Laceration is a deep cut or tear, not a scrape.
• Option D: Puncture is a hole caused by a pointed object, not a scrape.

Answer:

A. abrasion