Bone fractures and repair review

Front

What is a blood-filled swelling called?

Back

Hematoma

Front

On average, how long does it take for a fracture to heal?

Back

6-8 weeks

Front

What is the process called when the ends of a broken bone are realigned?

Back

Reduction

Front

What replaces the fibrocartilage callus during fracture repair?

Back

Spongy bone

Front

What is another name for a compound fracture?

Back

Open fracture

Front

What is the term for the hardening of the callus during bone healing?

Back

Calcification

Front

What type of fracture occurs when the bone is broken into multiple pieces?

Back

Comminuted fracture

Front

What is the term for a fracture that does not break the skin?

Back

Closed fracture

Front

What is the role of osteoblasts in bone repair?

Back

Osteoblasts are responsible for forming new bone.

Front

What is the initial response of the body to a fracture?

Back

Formation of a hematoma at the fracture site.