a) comminuted fracture b) greenstick fracture c) oblique fracture d) open fracture e) transverse fracture

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Define in sentences these terms

a) comminuted fracture
b) greenstick fracture
c) oblique fracture
d) open fracture
e) transverse fracture
Transcribed Image Text:a) comminuted fracture b) greenstick fracture c) oblique fracture d) open fracture e) transverse fracture
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Introduction

The skeletal system plays a very important role in the structure and support of the body and is made up of 4 elements including:

  • Bones
  • Joints
  • Tendons
  • Ligaments

Bone is a strong tissue made of connective tissues, bone cells, and calcium. Bone carries bone marrow, where the blood cells (RBCs and WBCs) are produced. Bone tissue is classified into 2 types:

  • Compact Bone
  • Spongy Bone

A fracture refers to a break or cracks in the bone. 

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