Which of the following terms would be used to describe an injury in which fingers, hands, toes, feet, arms, or legs are cut or torn from the body?
Explanation
Answer: E - An injury in which body parts (fingers, hands, arms, toes, feet, legs) are torn or cut from the body is referred to as an amputation. Typically these injuries are specifically referred to as “traumatic amputations” to distinguish them from surgical amputations. Preserve the amputated part by wrapping it in a moist dressing, then placing it in a plastic wrap or bag. Try to keep the part cool but not frozen.
