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NREMT Advanced EMT

Category - Trauma

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What causes a sprain?
  1. Overstretching of a muscle
  2. The tearing of connective tissue
  3. The hypoflextion of a joint
  4. Being hyperglycemic
Explanation
Answer - B - A sprain is caused by the tearing of connective tissues, usually associated with a ligament. The injury is accompanied by pain and swelling.
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