NURSING 101 Chapter 44: Alterations of Musculoskeletal Function

What type of fracture occurs at a site of a preexisting bone abnormality and is a result of a force that would not normally cause a fracture? a. Idiopathic c. Pathologic b. Incomplete d. Greenstick ANS: C Only a pathologic fracture is a break at the site of a preexisting abnormality, usually by force that would not fracture a normal bone. PTS: 1 REF: Page 1541 2. Which type of fracture usually occurs in an individual who engages in a new activity that is strenuous and repetitive? a. Stress c. Insufficiency b. Greenstick d. Pathologic ANS: A Only a stress fracture occurs in normal or abnormal bone that is subjected to repeated stress, such as repetitive and strenuous activities that occur during athletics. PTS: 1 REF: Page 1541 3. Which term is used to identify the temporary displacement of two bones causing the bone surfaces to partially lose contact? a. Dislocation c. Malunion b. Subluxation d. Nonunion