Fracture Types Quiz

What is a comminuted fracture?

• A fracture where the bone is shattered or broken in multiple parts

• A fracture where the bone is bent

• A fracture where the bone is compressed

• A fracture where the bone is twisted

What is a compression fracture?

• A fracture caused by compression of one bone with another

• A fracture caused by twisting of the bone

• A fracture caused by bending of the bone

• A fracture caused by a direct blow to the bone

What is costochondritis?

• Inflammation of the costochondral cartilage

• A type of bone fracture

• A muscle spasm

• A skin infection

What does crepitation refer to?

• A cracking sound

• A type of rash

• A muscle tear

• A bone fracture

What is the purpose of a Dual X-ray absorptiometry scan?

• To measure bone density

• To check heart rate

• To assess lung capacity

• To test muscle strength

What is a fat embolus?

• The presence of fat globules in the pulmonary circulation

• A type of blood clot in the veins

• An accumulation of cholesterol in the arteries

• A blockage caused by air bubbles in the bloodstream

What is gout?

• A disease caused by defective metabolism of uric acid leading to arthritis

• A bacterial infection affecting the joints

• A viral infection causing inflammation in the feet

• A genetic disorder affecting bone density

What is hallux valgus commonly known as?

• Bunion

• Corn

• Callus

• Blister

What is hemarthrosis?

• Bleeding into a joint cavity

• Inflammation of a joint

• Fracture of a bone

• Dislocation of a joint

What does hematopoietic refer to?

• Blood cell production

• Bone healing process

• Muscle contraction

• Nerve signal transmission