Question 1 of 30
An abrasion is:
A
A deep break in the skin involving significant bleeding.
B
Partial or complete loss of a body part.
C
The result of a sharp object driven through soft tissue.
D
A scrape or rubbing away of the epidermis.
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option D: A scrape or rubbing away of the epidermis..
An abrasion is a superficial wound caused by friction or scraping of the epidermis. While they may be painful due to exposed nerve endings, they usually involve minimal bleeding.