What term describes a wound with jagged edges resulting from a fall?

The term that describes a wound with jagged edges resulting from a fall is known as a laceration. This type of wound typically occurs when the skin is torn or cut in a manner that creates irregular or non-smooth edges. Lacerations can arise from various sources of injury, such as falls, where the skin is impacted against a hard surface, causing it to tear rather than cleanly cut like in an incision. Understanding the characteristics of different types of wounds is important for appropriate assessment and treatment in wound healing practice.