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Which one of the following factors can affect the healing time of fractures?
Which one of the following factors can affect the healing time of fractures?
- Nutrition (correct)
- Fracture location
- Gender
- Fracture type
Which stage of fracture healing involves the formation of new blood vessels and connective tissue at the fracture site?
Which stage of fracture healing involves the formation of new blood vessels and connective tissue at the fracture site?
- Granulation tissue (correct)
- Fracture hematoma
- Bony callus formation
- Callus formation
When does callus formation begin during fracture healing?
When does callus formation begin during fracture healing?
- Over time, gradually
- Within the first 72 hours
- At the end of the second week (correct)
- Between 3 to 14 days
Which stage of fracture healing involves the gradual replacement of soft callus with hard callus made up of new bone tissue?
Which stage of fracture healing involves the gradual replacement of soft callus with hard callus made up of new bone tissue?
Which term refers to a fracture that does not heal at all?
Which term refers to a fracture that does not heal at all?
Which factor can affect the healing time of fractures?
Which factor can affect the healing time of fractures?
Which one of the following is a direct complication of fractures?
Which one of the following is a direct complication of fractures?
Which one of the following is an indirect complication of fractures?
Which one of the following is an indirect complication of fractures?
Which one of the following is a direct complication of fractures?
Which one of the following is a direct complication of fractures?
Which one of the following factors can influence fracture healing?
Which one of the following factors can influence fracture healing?
Which type of procedure is nonsurgical closed reduction?
Which type of procedure is nonsurgical closed reduction?
What is typically used during nonsurgical closed reduction?
What is typically used during nonsurgical closed reduction?
What is the purpose of applying a cast after nonsurgical closed reduction?
What is the purpose of applying a cast after nonsurgical closed reduction?
Which of the following is a disadvantage of skin traction?
Which of the following is a disadvantage of skin traction?
What is the range of traction weights used for skin traction?
What is the range of traction weights used for skin traction?
Which type of traction is commonly used for hip and femur fractures?
Which type of traction is commonly used for hip and femur fractures?
Which one of the following is a possible consequence of applying too much weight during skeletal traction?
Which one of the following is a possible consequence of applying too much weight during skeletal traction?
What can happen if a fracture does not heal at all?
What can happen if a fracture does not heal at all?
Which of the following is a disadvantage of skeletal traction?
Which of the following is a disadvantage of skeletal traction?
What is the weight range for skeletal traction?
What is the weight range for skeletal traction?
What can happen if too much weight is applied during skeletal traction?
What can happen if too much weight is applied during skeletal traction?
Which of the following factors can increase compartment pressure from outside, potentially leading to compartment syndrome?
Which of the following factors can increase compartment pressure from outside, potentially leading to compartment syndrome?
Which of the following factors can increase compartment pressure from inside, further contributing to the development of compartment syndrome?
Which of the following factors can increase compartment pressure from inside, further contributing to the development of compartment syndrome?
What are the internal factors that can increase compartment pressure from inside?
What are the internal factors that can increase compartment pressure from inside?
Which of the following actions should be avoided when compartment syndrome is suspected?
Which of the following actions should be avoided when compartment syndrome is suspected?
What is the potential consequence of delayed or inaccurate diagnosis of compartment syndrome?
What is the potential consequence of delayed or inaccurate diagnosis of compartment syndrome?
In severe cases of compartment syndrome, what surgical procedure may be necessary?
In severe cases of compartment syndrome, what surgical procedure may be necessary?
Which of the following is a common symptom of avascular necrosis?
Which of the following is a common symptom of avascular necrosis?
What is the cause of avascular necrosis?
What is the cause of avascular necrosis?
Which of the following is a direct complication of fractures?
Which of the following is a direct complication of fractures?
Which of the following is a symptom of fat embolism syndrome?
Which of the following is a symptom of fat embolism syndrome?
When does fat embolism syndrome typically occur after an injury?
When does fat embolism syndrome typically occur after an injury?
What is the mechanism of fat embolism syndrome?
What is the mechanism of fat embolism syndrome?
Which of the following is the best prevention for fat embolism syndrome?
Which of the following is the best prevention for fat embolism syndrome?
What is the primary cause of fat embolism syndrome?
What is the primary cause of fat embolism syndrome?
Which of the following is a common symptom of fat embolism syndrome?
Which of the following is a common symptom of fat embolism syndrome?
What is a common symptom of fat embolism syndrome?
What is a common symptom of fat embolism syndrome?
Which of the following can be a sign of fat embolism syndrome?
Which of the following can be a sign of fat embolism syndrome?
What is the main reason for an increased heart rate in fat embolism syndrome?
What is the main reason for an increased heart rate in fat embolism syndrome?
Which of the following is a potential consequence of fat embolism syndrome?
Which of the following is a potential consequence of fat embolism syndrome?
What is the main cause of respiratory distress in fat embolism syndrome?
What is the main cause of respiratory distress in fat embolism syndrome?
Why can an increased work of breathing occur in fat embolism syndrome?
Why can an increased work of breathing occur in fat embolism syndrome?
Which of the following is a potential consequence of rhabdomyolysis?
Which of the following is a potential consequence of rhabdomyolysis?
Why should urine output be monitored in patients at risk of muscle damage?
Why should urine output be monitored in patients at risk of muscle damage?
What is the main reason for monitoring urine output in patients at risk of muscle damage?
What is the main reason for monitoring urine output in patients at risk of muscle damage?
Which substance is released into the bloodstream when muscle tissue breaks down in rhabdomyolysis?
Which substance is released into the bloodstream when muscle tissue breaks down in rhabdomyolysis?
What is a common cause of muscle damage that can lead to rhabdomyolysis?
What is a common cause of muscle damage that can lead to rhabdomyolysis?
What is rhabdomyolysis?
What is rhabdomyolysis?
Which of the following interventions is aimed at diluting myoglobin in the urine?
Which of the following interventions is aimed at diluting myoglobin in the urine?
What are the potential complications associated with myoglobinuria?
What are the potential complications associated with myoglobinuria?
How does diluting myoglobin through increased IV fluids support renal function?
How does diluting myoglobin through increased IV fluids support renal function?
Which of the following tests is useful for ruling out a blood clot in the context of vascular assessment?
Which of the following tests is useful for ruling out a blood clot in the context of vascular assessment?
Which of the following is the purpose of using an abductor pillow, blanket, or regular pillow between the legs after total hip arthroplasty or hip fracture repair?
Which of the following is the purpose of using an abductor pillow, blanket, or regular pillow between the legs after total hip arthroplasty or hip fracture repair?
Why is it important to ensure that the operative leg does not cross over the non-operative leg after total hip arthroplasty or hip fracture repair?
Why is it important to ensure that the operative leg does not cross over the non-operative leg after total hip arthroplasty or hip fracture repair?
When should a pillow be placed between the knees of a patient lying on their side after total hip arthroplasty or hip fracture repair?
When should a pillow be placed between the knees of a patient lying on their side after total hip arthroplasty or hip fracture repair?
What is the maximum degree of hip flexion that should be avoided during operative hip procedures?
What is the maximum degree of hip flexion that should be avoided during operative hip procedures?