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PANCE Practice Test

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Each of the following classifications of fractures is correctly matched with its definition EXCEPT:

greenstick → bone cracks through one side only
comminuted → bone is crushed into many pieces
open → bone pierces skin
complete → bone bends but does not break

Explanation

Answer: D - Complete fractures occur when a bone is broken into two distinct segments. In general, a fracture is a break in bone. It is the most common bone lesion and occurs when force exerted overcomes bone strength.

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