Fractures

A broken bone that doesn't puncture the skin is called a

• closed fracture

• greenstick fracture

When the bone punctures the skin it is called a

• open fracture

• closed fracture

John thinks he may have fractured his leg, what signs and symptoms you might see? select all that apply

• swelling and bruising

• difficulty moving

• limb removed

• limb twisted or bent

• grating noise

Should you move the injured person who has an open fracture if they are not in immediate danger?

• no

• yes

If Jose was bleeding from his fracture, what should you do?

• give him a towel

• wrap the arm applying some pressure

• put a bandaid on the area

• wash the arm under warm water

What should you do if you encounter a person with a fracture?

• help support the limb

• walk the patient to the nearest chair

• apply pressure

A fracture is also known as a

• broken bone

• splinter

• hairline break

• infection

Who is at risk for easily to fracture a bone? (select all that apply)

• elderly from a fall

• small child

• person who fell from a ladder

• person sitting down