Question

a fracture in which the bone is broken into three or more pieces is called a __________ fracture. multiple choice linear pott comminuted greenstick compound

Explanation:

A linear fracture is a break along the long - axis of the bone. A Pott fracture involves the ankle. A comminuted fracture is defined as a break where the bone is broken into three or more pieces. A greenstick fracture is an incomplete break in children. A compound fracture is one where the bone breaks through the skin.

Answer:

C. comminuted