Differentiation should include

explaining factors that define a wound as critical (e.g., puncture wound, wound over a joint, deep wound, arterial or venous bleeding, debris remaining in wound)
describing non-critical wounds (e.g., scrapes, bruises, abrasions)
identify illnesses that require emergency veterinary care
identifying situations requiring Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue (TLAER) to rescue animals using highly trained personnel and specialized equipment.

Process/Skill Questions:

What should be done if blood is spurting from a wound?
What complications can arise from a puncture wound?
What complications can arise if a wound occurs on or near a joint?
What are the differences between abrasions, lacerations, and puncture wounds? What are complications if a wound is not treated properly?
What is TLAER, and why are highly trained personnel required for the rescue of large animals?

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