Week 6 Bone Fractures Flashcards
1
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An open fracture is…
A
aka a Compound fracture Skin is broken Visible bones Infection is an issue Bleeding is an issue
2
Q
What is a displaced fracture
A
Displaced fracture is any fracture that bone ends are not lined up
3
Q
What is a non-displaced cfracture
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Fracture that bone ends are still where they should be (lined up)
4
Q
What is a Greenstick fracture
A
Common in kids
Incomplete bones are note broken all the way through
5
Q
What is a closed reduction
A
Non surgical procedure to fix a fracture
6
Q
What is an open reduction
A
Surgical solution to a fracture
7
Q
What is a comminuted fracture
A
Fracture with large fragments
8
Q
What is a transverse fracture
A
Damage occurs across bone
9
Q
What is a spiral fracture
A
Happens when bone twists
can be indicative of child abuse
