Fractures

After a fall while playing soccer, Benjamin was diagnosed with a fracture. The doctor explained that the type of fracture caused by an injury is called:

• fractura pathologica

• fractura traumatica

• fractura inveterata

• fractura injuria

During a medical training session, a student named Zoe is asked to translate the term for a specific type of injury. The instructor points to a diagram of a bone that has been broken and asks, 'What is the Latin term for an open fracture?'

(a)  

During a soccer match, Mason fell awkwardly after attempting to score a goal. After the game, the doctor examined him and revealed that he had a fracture in which the bone was broken in 5 places. How would you describe this type of fracture?

• fractura simplex

• fractura multiplex

• fractura comminutiva

• fractura cum dislocatione ad latus

During a thrilling rock climbing adventure, Aiden slipped and fell, resulting in a specific type of injury. A fracture that spirals around the bone is called:

(a)  

Archeologist Ava uncovered a very interesting skull fragment while excavating ancient burial site. What type of fracture is she looking at?

• fractura compressiva

• fractura incuneata

• fractura comminutiva

• fractura impressiva

During a medical conference, a doctor presented a case study about a patient who experienced a severe injury. The doctor explained the treatment process, emphasizing the importance of addressing the injury with the dislocation. Translate to latin: with the dislocation

(a)  

After a soccer match, Zoe visits the hospital with a suspected leg injury. The doctor examines her X-ray and asks, 'Is this fractura clausa?'

• yes

• no

During a hiking trip, Mia accidentally falls and fractures her arm. As she sits on the trail, she wonders which of the following she can use to fixate the fracture during healing?

• cast

• metal pieces

• wood

• live snake

• will power

Have you ever suffered a fracture?

• yes

• no

During a routine check-up, Abigail mentions to her doctor that she has been experiencing sudden pain in her leg without any apparent reason or injury. After an examination, the doctor suspects a specific type of fracture. What is the medical term for a fracture that occurs without any external force?

• fractura incompleta

• fractura patologica

• fractura traumatica

• fractura spontanea