Corrections Officer State Certification (SOCE) Practice Exam

What characterizes abdominal evisceration?

1. An open wound where organs protrude from the abdominal cavity

2. A closed wound with no visible injury

3. A minor cut with bleeding

4. An internal injury without external symptoms

The correct answer is: An open wound where organs protrude from the abdominal cavity

Abdominal evisceration is characterized by an open wound where organs protrude from the abdominal cavity. This condition typically occurs as a result of a traumatic injury, such as a severe stab wound or a violent impact, leading to the rupture of the abdominal wall. The major concern with abdominal evisceration is not only the immediate physical trauma but also the risk of infection and further damage to internal organs that may occur when they are exposed to external elements. The other options describe different types of injuries or conditions that do not involve the protrusion of organs from the body. The closed wound with no visible injury implies intact skin, while a minor cut with bleeding and an internal injury without external symptoms do not align with the definition of evisceration, which specifically involves the externalization of abdominal contents.