Question

learning: chapter 06: sections 8 - 10 question 1 fractures that shatter a bone into many small fragments are called ____________ fractures. answer compound colles compression comminuted i dont know yet

Explanation:

A comminuted fracture is defined as a fracture where the bone shatters into many small fragments. A compound fracture involves the bone breaking through the skin. A Colles' fracture is a fracture of the distal radius in the forearm. A compression fracture is typically due to bone being crushed, often in the vertebrae.

Answer:

D. comminuted