Questions and Answers
What are the two classifications for fractures?
If the fracture results in the bone protruding through the skin, it is considered a(n):
open fracture
When the fracture line crosses the bone in a slanting direction, the fracture is called:
oblique
A fracture that usually results from a twisting injury is called:
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What mnemonic can be used to identify signs and symptoms of a fracture?
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First aid for fractures includes:
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What injury results when a joint comes apart and stays apart?
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A _____________ occurs when a joint is twisted or stretched beyond its normal range of motion.
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What should be used to keep swelling out of a joint?
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A _______________ results when the muscle is stretched beyond its normal range of motion.
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When using the rule of thirds when examining an extremity:
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Which type of injury results when a joint is torn or stretched?
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When applying compression to an injured area, the first aider should use:
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What size elastic bandage is most appropriate for an injury of the hand, wrist, or foot?
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A victim with a dislocated shoulder will not be able to bring the dislocated arm:
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Fractures of the clavicle usually result from the victim falling with the _________ outstretched.
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When the radius and ulna are fractured, the arm usually appears:
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An injury in which a nail is partly or completely torn loose is known as:
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Which of the following is a sign or symptom of a dislocated hip?
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A hip fracture is a fracture of:
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Study Notes
Fracture Classifications
- Fractures are classified as open (bone protrudes through skin) or closed (no skin breach).
- An oblique fracture has a slanting fracture line.
- A spiral fracture often results from twisting injuries.
Fracture Identification
- The mnemonic "DOTS" helps identify signs and symptoms of a fracture.
- Initial first aid includes checking for life-threatening conditions, examining for DOTS, and assessing Circulation, Sensation, and Movement (CSM).
Common Injuries
- Dislocation occurs when a joint separates and remains apart.
- A sprain results from a joint being twisted or stretched beyond its normal motion.
- A strain happens when a muscle is stretched beyond its normal range.
Treatment Techniques
- RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) is used to prevent swelling in joints.
- For compression, an elastic roller bandage should be applied.
- A 2-inch elastic bandage is suitable for injuries to the hand, wrist, or foot.
Specific Injuries and Symptoms
- A dislocated shoulder prevents the victim from bringing the arm across the chest to touch the opposite shoulder.
- Clavicle fractures typically result from falling with the arm and hand outstretched.
- When both radius and ulna are fractured, the arm appears deformed.
Other Notable Injuries
- Nail avulsion refers to an injury where a nail is partially or completely torn loose.
- Signs of a dislocated hip include severe pain, swelling at the injury site, and inward rotation of the hip.
- A hip fracture specifically involves the upper end of the femur.
Examination Techniques
- An extremity is examined using the rule of thirds, dividing the bone into three parts for assessment.
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Test your knowledge on different types of fractures with this informative quiz. It covers classifications like open and closed fractures, along with specific types such as oblique fractures. Perfect for students or anyone looking to refresh their knowledge in this area of orthopedics.
