The Bone Is Covered on the Outer Surfaces by a Fibrous

question 79

Multiple Choice

The bone is covered on the outer surfaces by a fibrous membrane called the

• A) periosteum
• B) endosteum
• C) trabeculae
• D) cortices

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Definitions:

Trimalleolar Fracture

A type of ankle fracture that involves all three malleoli of the ankle bones.

Displaced

Refers to something forcefully moved or put out of its usual or proper place, often used in medical contexts, like bone fractures.

Lower Leg

The part of the leg between the knee and the ankle, comprising the tibia and fibula bones.

Depressed Fracture

A type of bone fracture where part of the skull is sunken in due to trauma.