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abrasion |
an injury caused by rubbing or scraping off the skin |
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anaphylactic |
a severe and rapid multisystem allergic reaction |
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avulsion |
an injury in which a body structure is forcibly detached
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cravat |
a triangular bandage, folded lengthwise; it may be used as a circular , figure-eight, or spiral bandage to control bleeding or to tie splints in place
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foreign body |
anything that is not normally found in the location usually refers to dirt, splinters etc.
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immobilize |
to keep out of action or circulation; stationary
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incision |
cut
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laceration |
a cut or tear
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puncture |
a hole made by something harp
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shock |
a condition in which the pulse becomes rapid and weak, the blood pressure drops, and the patient is pale and clammy
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superficial |
on the surface
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thermal |
characterized by heat; heat activated |
