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Most common lab accident?
Chemical intacts to the skin
Broken skin and MRSA?
Broken skin is how the MRSA infection is transmitted.
Could an injury to the epidermis lead to infection?
Anytime the skin is broken there is a risk of infection.
What is it called when a fracture breaks the skin?
When a fracture breaks the skin, it is a compound fracture or open fracture. Because the skin is broken, there is a possibility of infection.
What is a risk for biopsy?
Infection is always a possibility when the skin is broken, although this rarely occurs
If the skin is cut or broken an infection can result from microorganisms in the what?
On the skin, even though its more likely to happen from the air if this for your biology homework.
Can a broken bone cause infection?
Yes, if it is a comminuted [broken in tiny bits] or compound[bone pushing thru skin] fracture. Both usually involve surgery, and any open wound is prone to infection. Wash hands frequently and follow wound care instructions TO THE LETTER.
What causes infection in lichen simplex chronicus?
infection is greatly increased when the outer layer of protective skin is broken. Skin usually repairs itself quickly; however, in the case of lichen simplex chronicus, healing skin causes more itching and more scratching causes a thickening of the skin
What happens if you had lice for a long time?
The worst that could happen is that a bad infestation could lead to the skin of the scalp being broken and bleeding then leading to a skin infection.
When the skin is broken how does infection occur?
If the skin is open in any way, bacteria and other microbes can enter in to the body and cause infections. The skin is an important barrier against these. In spina bifida, any opening should be closed.
Is a closed fracture or open fracture worse?
An open fracture is where is bone penetrates the skin and a closed fracture is where the bone remains under the skin.An open fracture is a broken bone that penetrates the skin. This is an important distinction because when a broken bone penetrates the skin there is a need for immediate treatment, and an operation is often required to clean the area of the fracture. Furthermore, because of the risk of infection, there are more often problems associated with healing when a fracture is open to the skin.A closed fracture is a broken bone that does not penetrate the skin. This is an important distinction because when a broken bone penetrates the skin there is a need for more immediate treatment, and an operation is often required to clean the area of the fracture. Furthermore, because of the risk of infection, there are more often problems associated with healing when a fracture is open to the skin.
What is used when the skin surface is broken?
Is used when the skin surface is broken
