Common Types Of Fractures Part 2
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An is where the broken bone ends are forced into each other.
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Impacted Fracture
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This is the second part to to the common Types of Fractures quiz. It contains more questions on the same topics as the first quiz and some of the same just in a different format.
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A compound fracture is when the bone breaks cleanly but does not penetrate the skin.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. FalseExplanation
Way to remember: Compounds are made of two elements. Applied to fractures, the bone breaks AND the skin is broken too.Rate this question:
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What is a simple fracture's description and other name? (check both)
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Broken bone portion is pressed inward
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Sometimes called a "closed fracture"
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Common sports injury
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Bone breaks cleanly but does not penetrate the skin
Correct Answer(s)
A. Sometimes called a "closed fracture"
A. Bone breaks cleanly but does not penetrate the skinExplanation
Way to remember: Simple fracture is just that, a SIMPLE fracture, it doesn't break the skin and only needs to be placed and imobilized.Rate this question:
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Describe a Depressed fracture
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A line is a narrow ridge of bone; less prominent than a crest
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Way to remember: think of the line at the top of you pants when you sit down. You know its there but you don't notice it like you would notice the bulge of you cell-phone(representing the crest)Rate this question:
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Choose the correct definition of a tubercle.
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Raised area on or above a condyle
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Armlike bar of bone
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Small, rounded projection or process
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A. Small, rounded projection or processExplanation
Way to remember: think of a coffee straw. SMALL, ROUND and projects from the top of your coffee.Rate this question:
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What is # 1 pointing to?
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Epiphyseal line
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Diaphysis
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Proximal Epiphysis
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A. Proximal EpiphysisExplanation
#1 is pointing to the proximal epiphysis. This is the rounded end of a long bone that is located closest to the body's midline. It is typically covered in articular cartilage and is responsible for connecting the bone to other bones or joints. The proximal epiphysis is important for joint movement and stability.Rate this question:
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