kwetsingen

Kwetsingen is a Dutch noun that refers to injuries or wounds sustained by the body. It is used in medical, legal, and everyday contexts to describe harm caused by accidents, violence, or medical conditions. In many cases verwondingen is a more common everyday term.

Etymology: The word comes from the verb kwetsen, meaning to wound or injure, with the suffix -ing forming a noun that denotes a result or state. The standard plural form is kwetsingen.

Types: Kwetsingen cover external injuries such as cuts, scrapes, punctures, and bruises, as well as internal injuries to organs or tissues. They can be acute, like a fall, or chronic, from repetitive strain or ongoing illness.

Medical management typically begins with first aid, wound cleaning, bleeding control, and dressing. More serious injuries require professional assessment, imaging if needed, and treatments such as suturing, splinting, infection prevention, and rehabilitation.

Social and legal aspects include workplace safety measures, insurance claims, and compensation in personal injury cases. Prevention relies on safety practices and protective equipment, especially in traffic, sports, and industrial settings.

Notes: In Dutch, kwetsingen is understood but verwondingen is more common in everyday language; kwetsingen may appear in formal or technical texts. The term is generally understood across Dutch-speaking regions.