A 49-year-old man was climbing on rocks when he fell backward to the ground. He presents with a two-inch linear wound on the top of his head. Bleeding has been controlled. You would document this type of injury as a(n):

a. avulsion.
b. contusion.
c. abrasion.
d. laceration.

Answer: d

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