A Fracture of the Distal End of the Radius Is

question 19

Short Answer

A fracture of the distal end of the radius is a _________ fracture.

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Definitions:

Primary Intention

A type of wound healing where the wound edges are directly closed and heal by epithelization without significant tissue loss.

Steri-Strips

Adhesive strips used medically to close wounds, serving as an alternative to stitches for minor cuts.

Abdominal Binder

A medical garment that wraps around the abdomen to provide support and compression, often used post-surgery or to aid in recovery from abdominal injuries.

Tertiary Intention

A wound closure technique where the wound is intentionally left open due to infection or contamination and closed later.