A Car Has Struck a Pedestrian at About 45 Mph

question 23

Multiple Choice

A car has struck a pedestrian at about 45 mph. While assessing the patient, you note bilateral tibia and fibula fractures. Which of the following best describes why the patient should be transported to a trauma center?

• A) Pain from the fractures cannot be treated in the prehospital setting.
• B) Other serious injuries are likely.
• C) These fractures cannot be treated in a community hospital.
• D) Fractures always require immediate surgery.

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Definitions:

Lacunae

Small spaces or cavities within bone or cartilage tissue that house cells.

Avascular

Lacking blood vessels, referring to tissues or structures that do not have their own blood supply.

Cartilage

A flexible, connective tissue found in various forms in the larynx and respiratory tract, among other locations. It provides structure and support.

Adipose Tissue

A type of body tissue that stores fat, which serves as a source of energy, insulation, and cushioning for organs.