Question

a transverse fracture of the wrist that may be comminuted is called a ________ fracture.
longs
colles
potts
common
tarsal

Explanation:

A Colles' fracture is a transverse fracture of the distal radius in the wrist that may be comminuted. Long's is not a recognized term for this type of wrist - fracture. Pott's fracture is related to the ankle. "Common" is too general. Tarsal refers to the ankle and foot bones, not wrist fractures.

Answer:

B. Colles