Which wound type is a straight cut that might require a vet?

• A. Incision
• B. Graze
• C. Puncture
• D. Bruise

Answer: (A)

An incision is a straight, clean cut made by a sharp instrument. Its edges are typically neat and aligned, which is why this wound type is described as a straight cut. Because it can involve deeper tissues and may bleed or become contaminated, it might require a vet to assess and decide on cleaning, possible suturing, or drainage if needed.

Grazes are superficial skin scrapes with irregular edges and no real cut through the skin in a neat line. Puncture wounds are holes created by pointed objects; they can be deep but aren’t characterized by a straight, clean cut. Bruises are contusions from blunt impact with no actual cut to the skin.