WorksheetsFractures
Total questions: 8
Worksheet time: 5mins
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
