6 Questions
What is a characteristic of a grade III open fracture?
Highly contaminated, with extensive soft tissue damage
What is the term for a fracture that extends into the joint surface of a bone?
Intra-articular fracture
What is the immediate effect of a fracture on the surrounding muscles?
They become flaccid
What type of fracture is caused by a ligament or tendon pulling away a fragment of bone?
Avulsion fracture
What is the purpose of immobilizing bone fragments after a fracture?
To reduce pain
What diagnostic tools may be used to identify an intra-articular fracture that is not visible on x-rays?
MRI and arthroscopy
Learn about the different types of fractures, including complete, closed, and open fractures, and how they are classified according to their severity. This quiz covers the definitions and characteristics of each type of fracture.
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