A Compound Fracture

question 68

Multiple Choice

A compound fracture

• A) is caused by an underlying pathology.
• B) results in bone projecting through the skin.
• C) is a type of incomplete fracture.
• D) is also known as a closed fracture.
• E) is completely internal.

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Definitions:

Biopsy

Excision of a small piece of tissue for microscopic examination.

Tissue Specimens

Samples of bodily tissues collected for medical examination and analysis.

Catgut

A type of cord made from the natural fibers of an animal's intestines, traditionally used as material for surgical sutures.

Intestines

Part of the gastrointestinal tract that extends from the stomach to the anus, involved in nutrient absorption and waste processing.