fractures Flashcards
1
Q
traverse
A
broken piece is at right angle to bones axis
2
Q
linear
A
break is parallel to bones long axis
3
Q
oblique non displaced
A
has curved or slope pattern, still attached
4
Q
oblique displaced
A
curved or slope, completely broken into two pieces
5
Q
spiral
A
one part of bone has been twisted at break point
6
Q
greenstick
A
incomplete fracture where bone is bent
