Bone Fractures Flashcards
1
Q
Bone ends do not penetrate the skin
vs.
bone ends penetrate the skin
A
Simple
vs.
Compound
2
Q
Bone fragments in 3 or more pieces
A
Comminuted
3
Q
Steps of bone fracture repair
A
Swelling and formation of a hematoma
Fibrocartilage callus closes the gap and splints fracture
Bony callus of spongy bone forms
Remodeling of fracture