Bone Fractures Flashcards

1
Q

Bone ends do not penetrate the skin
vs.
bone ends penetrate the skin

A

Simple
vs.
Compound

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2
Q

Bone fragments in 3 or more pieces

A

Comminuted

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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

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