Description

Injuries refer to physical harm or damage to the body resulting from an external force. They can range from minor cuts and bruises to severe trauma requiring medical intervention.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'lesiones' can refer to both injuries and lesions, which may lead to confusion in clinical settings. It is important to clarify the context to ensure accurate interpretation. Avoid colloquial terms that might not be understood in formal medical contexts.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient sustained multiple injuries in the car accident.

ES: El paciente sufrió múltiples lesiones en el accidente automovilístico.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'lesiones' with 'lesiones cutáneas'; mixing up the severity of injuries; misinterpreting 'heridas' as only superficial injuries