Fracture Typing Flashcards
1
Q
What is a Stable Fracture?
A
When the broken ends of the bone line up and aren’t moved out of place.
2
Q
What is an Open/Compound Fracture?
A
When the broken ends of the bone protrude through the skin.
3
Q
What is a Transverse Fracture?
A
When the fracture occurs straight across the bone.
4
Q
What is a Comminuted Fracture?
A
When the bone breaks into multiple fragments.
5
Q
What is an Oblique Fracture?
A
When the fracture occurs at an angle across the bone.
