Which of the following is NOT true concerning lacerations?
A) They may indicate deeper underlying tissue damage.
B) They may be caused by penetrating trauma.
C) They may be caused by blunt trauma.
D) They may be degloving injuries to the skin or tissue.

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Lacerations are cuts or tears in the skin that may result from blunt or penetrating trauma. Degloving injuries refer to situations where the skin and underlying tissue are peeled away from the underlying structures, rather than being cut or torn. Therefore, D is not true concerning lacerations.

Which of the Following Is NOT True Concerning Lacerations