A patient comes into the emergency department with leg pain after falling on ice. For which classification of injuries should the nurse expect to plan care for this patient?

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The patient's injury is likely a minor injury due to a fall, which would be classified as Class 3 minor. Penetrating injuries involve objects piercing the skin, which is not indicated in this scenario.

A Patient Comes into the Emergency Department with Leg Pain