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a fracture that results in the break of a bone across the long axis of the shaft is called a __________ fracture.
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comminted
greenstick
transverse
spiral
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Brief Explanations
A transverse fracture is defined as a break across the long - axis of the bone shaft. A comminuted fracture has the bone broken into several pieces. A greenstick fracture is an incomplete break, usually seen in children. A spiral fracture occurs due to twisting and is along the length and spirals around the bone.
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C. transverse