Which term refers to a wound produced by the tearing or splitting ...

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Which term refers to a wound produced by the tearing or splitting of body tissue, usually from blunt impact over a bony surface?
 
  a. Abrasion
  b. Contusion
  c. Laceration
  d. Hematoma

Question 2

Which statement is best for the nurse to use when preparing to administer the Abuse Assessment Screen?
 
  a. We are required by law to ask these questions.
  b. We need to talk about whether you believe you have been abused.
  c. We are asking these questions because we suspect that you are being abused.
  d. We need to ask the following questions because domestic violence is so common in our society.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The term laceration refers to a wound produced by the tearing or splitting of body tissue. An abrasion is caused by the rubbing of the skin or mucous membrane. A contusion is injury to tissues without breakage of skin, and a hematoma is a localized collection of extravasated blood.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Such an introduction alerts the woman that questions about domestic violence are coming and ensures the woman that she is not being singled out for these questions.