Fracture Types Flashcard

Front

Fracture of the lower part of the fibula and tibia, with outward displacement of the foot.

Back

Pott's

Front

Fracture that runs in a transverse pattern.

Back

Transverse

Front

Fracture in which the bone appears to be mashed down.

Back

Compression

Front

Same as an opened fracture. Bone puncturing through the skin.

Back

Compound

Front

Fracture in which fragments are out of position.

Back

Displaced

Front

Fracture that does not break through the skin. Closed.

Back

Simple

Front

The bone is fractured but not in two.

Back

Incomplete

Front

Fracture is related to too much weight or pressure.

Back

Stress

Front

Fracture that runs across or at a 90-degree angle.

Back

Transverse

Front

Fracture that runs the length of the bone.

Back

Longitudinal