Complete Healing of a Bone Fracture Occurs When

question 20

Multiple Choice

Complete healing of a bone fracture occurs when

• A) no movement of the break is detectable.
• B) the callus has been completely replaced with mature bone.
• C) the fracture site and surrounding soft tissue are pain free.
• D) a cast is no longer required to stabilize the break.

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Definitions:

Cerebral Hemisphere

Each of the two parts of the brain (left and right) responsible for different functions, with the left typically handling logical reasoning and the right more involved in creative tasks.

Brainstem

The lower part of the brain that connects the cerebrum with the spinal cord and controls vital functions such as breathing and heart rate.

Neurons

Specialized cells transmitting nerve impulses; the basic units of the brain and nervous system.

Glial Cells

Non-neuronal cells in the central and peripheral nervous systems that provide support and protection for neurons.