nstp m3

• soft tissue injuries(wound)-a break in the continuity of a tissue of the body whether internal or external
• closed soft tissue skin is unbroken
• signs and symptoms of closed wound
• open wound a break in the skin or mucous membrane: or the protective skin layer is damage
• classification of open wounds
• abrasion scrapping or rubbing against rough surfaces
• laceration blunt instruments such as shrapnel's, rocks broken gasses
• avulsion explosion, animal bites, mishandling of tools, etc or tissue forcefully separated from the body
• incision sharp bladed instruments such as blades, razors, etc.
• 3 types of dangers
• the depth- the deeper the burn, the more severe it is
• what are the classification of burn according to depth
• superficial skin is reddened
• what are the types of burn
• thermal contact with fire and heat
• electrical the injury severity from exposure to electrical current depends on the type of current