Which of the Following Is a Nonarticular Fracture of the Radius

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a nonarticular fracture of the radius occurring approximately 1.5 inches proximal to the radiocarpal joint,causing the distal radius to be displaced dorsally?

• A) Reverse Colles' fracture
• B) Tom's fracture
• C) Colles' fracture
• D) Smith's fracture

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