A nonpenetrating injury caused by blunt trauma that damages blood vessels, causing pain and discoloration, is a(n):
A) ecchymosis.
B) strain.
C) abrasion.
D) contusion.

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A contusion is a nonpenetrating injury caused by blunt trauma that damages blood vessels, causing pain and discoloration. Ecchymosis refers to the discoloration of the skin caused by bleeding underneath, which is a symptom of a contusion. Strain refers to muscle or tendon damage, and abrasion refers to a scraping of the skin.

A Nonpenetrating Injury Caused by Blunt Trauma That Damages Blood