While playing outside, a girl falls and hits her leg. Later that day, she notices a red spot where the injury occurred. It’s tender to the touch and appears to be swollen and discolored. She most likely has which of the following injuries?

A contusion is a bruise caused by a blow or fall that damages small blood vessels under the skin. It commonly appears red or discolored and may be tender and swollen, matching her symptoms. A laceration is a cut, while a broken leg or ruptured organ would involve more serious internal damage.

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