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What is the main characteristic of open fractures?
What is the main characteristic of open fractures?
- Skin wound directly over the fracture site
- No exposure to external environment
- Exposed bone and/or fracture hematoma internally
- Traumatic violation of soft tissue with internal skin wound (correct)
Which mechanism is associated with high-energy injuries like motor vehicle accidents and violence?
Which mechanism is associated with high-energy injuries like motor vehicle accidents and violence?
- Compression injury
- Direct low-energy injury
- Indirect high-energy torsion (correct)
- Penetrating trauma
In the classification system for mangled extremities, what does the MESS score help determine?
In the classification system for mangled extremities, what does the MESS score help determine?
- Severity of soft tissue injuries
- Need for amputation (correct)
- Risk of fat embolism
- Extent of nerve damage
What is the primary factor leading to hypovolemic shock?
What is the primary factor leading to hypovolemic shock?
How is compartment syndrome typically characterized?
How is compartment syndrome typically characterized?
Which management approach is recommended for hypovolemic shock?
Which management approach is recommended for hypovolemic shock?
What is the most common site for fractures involving the diaphysis and metaphysis?
What is the most common site for fractures involving the diaphysis and metaphysis?
What is the main consequence of poor tissue oxygenation in the context of open fractures?
What is the main consequence of poor tissue oxygenation in the context of open fractures?
How is the MESS score used in the context of mangled extremities?
How is the MESS score used in the context of mangled extremities?
What is the emergency condition characterized by severe blood or fluid loss and inadequate heart function?
What is the emergency condition characterized by severe blood or fluid loss and inadequate heart function?
In the context of compartment syndrome, what does the '5 Ps' refer to?
In the context of compartment syndrome, what does the '5 Ps' refer to?
What is the recommended surgical intervention for managing compartment syndrome?
What is the recommended surgical intervention for managing compartment syndrome?
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