Question

scrapes are __________ in which the skin is rubbed or scraped away.

a. avulsions
b. cuts
c. abrasions
d. lacerations

Explanation:

An abrasion is a type of injury where the skin is rubbed or scraped away. Avulsions involve tissue being torn away. Cuts are made by a sharp object. Lacerations are irregular tears in the skin. So, the correct term for scrapes (where skin is rubbed/scraped) is abrasions.

Answer:

C. abrasions