Concept explainers
(a)
To explain: The reason why a cast placed around a fractured leg in which extensive tissue damage has occurred might be too tight after 24 hours.
Concept introduction: Organisms use defense mechanisms to protect from any injurious agent. This can be specific or non-specific. Healing is the complex and dynamic process which includes the regeneration of healthy tissues in the damaged region. The healing can be accomplished in different ways such as resolution, regeneration, and replacement.
(b)
To explain: The reason why cast might become loose in three weeks.
Concept introduction: Organisms use defense mechanisms to protect from any injurious agent. This can be specific or non-specific. Healing is the complex and dynamic process which includes the regeneration of healthy tissues in the damaged region. The healing can be accomplished in different ways such as resolution, regeneration, and replacement.

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