Question

question 37 (1.3 points) a break in distal portion of the radius (usually from reaching out to cushion a fall) is called a ___ fracture. compression greenstick potts colles

Explanation:

A break in the distal portion of the radius, often due to reaching out to cushion a fall, is called a Colles fracture. Pott's fracture involves the ankle, green - stick fractures are incomplete fractures in children, and compression fractures are usually related to vertebral bodies or other weight - bearing bones.

Answer:

A. Colles