Evisceration refers to which?

Evisceration refers to which?

• A. A puncture wound
• B. A closed wound
• C. A burn
• D. A type of laceration where internal body parts are exposed on the surface (like intestines)

Answer: (D)

Evisceration is a severe wound in which internal organs are exposed on the surface, such as intestines protruding through a tear in the abdomen. This is why it describes a situation far beyond a simple puncture or a minor scrape. It’s also not a closed wound where the skin stays intact, and it isn’t a burn, which damages tissue without exposing internal organs. Because organs are exposed, the priorities are to protect the organs from contamination, keep them moist, and get the patient to definitive care quickly. Do not push the organs back inside or attempt to rearrange them. Gently cover the exposed tissue with sterile, moistened dressings and secure loosely. Keep the patient lying flat if possible, monitor breathing and circulation, and control any bleeding around the wound with dressings. Proceed to urgent transport and avoid giving food or drink in case surgery is needed.

Evisceration is a severe wound in which internal organs are exposed on the surface, such as intestines protruding through a tear in the abdomen. This is why it describes a situation far beyond a simple puncture or a minor scrape. It’s also not a closed wound where the skin stays intact, and it isn’t a burn, which damages tissue without exposing internal organs. Because organs are exposed, the priorities are to protect the organs from contamination, keep them moist, and get the patient to definitive care quickly. Do not push the organs back inside or attempt to rearrange them. Gently cover the exposed tissue with sterile, moistened dressings and secure loosely. Keep the patient lying flat if possible, monitor breathing and circulation, and control any bleeding around the wound with dressings. Proceed to urgent transport and avoid giving food or drink in case surgery is needed.