Understanding Minor Injuries

Name a type of minor injury.

• bruise

• cut

• sprain

• fracture

What can cause a bruise?

• Excessive sunlight exposure.

• Eating too much sugar.

• Impact or injury to the skin.

• Lack of sleep.

How do scratches usually happen?

• Scratches occur from prolonged contact with soft materials.

• Scratches happen when skin is exposed to sunlight.

• Scratches are caused by exposure to water.

• Scratches typically occur from contact with sharp objects, friction, or accidental impacts.

What is a common cause of small cuts?

• Accidental contact with sharp objects

• Exposure to sunlight

• Wearing loose clothing

• Walking on soft grass

What color is a bruise when it first appears?

• Yellow

• Green

• Red

• Blue

How can you identify a scratch?

• A scratch can be felt but not seen.

• A scratch is always accompanied by bleeding.

• A scratch is identified by a pleasant smell.

• A scratch is identified by a visible mark or line on a surface, often with a change in texture.

What happens to the skin when you get a cut?

• The skin is damaged, bleeding occurs, and the body begins the healing process.

• The skin becomes thicker and tougher.

• The skin instantly heals without any bleeding.

• The skin turns a different color and does not bleed.

Can you get a bruise from bumping into something?

• Bruises are caused by internal bleeding, not bumps.

• You can only get a bruise from falling down.

• No, bruises can only occur from severe injuries.

• Yes, you can get a bruise from bumping into something.

What is a common place to get scratches?

• Skin

• Walls

• Furniture

• Clothing

What is the difference between a cut and a scratch?

• A cut is deeper and affects underlying tissues, while a scratch is superficial and only affects the skin's surface.

• A cut is always more painful than a scratch.

• A cut is a type of scratch that is less severe.

• A scratch can bleed while a cut cannot.