A broken bone that does not penetrate the skin

This type of treatment may include mild pain, slight edema, and continued ability for ADL's.

What type of chair should a person with a hip replacement sit in?

What is the bone most likely to be broken?

This type of traction can only be interrupted in case of an emergency.

A fracture in which there is an open wound or break in the skin near the site of the broken bone.

This type of treatment applies pressure, immobilizes the body part, and prevents edema.

How should a patient recovering from a replacement get out of a bed or chair?

What is the most painful bone to break?

What assessment should be completed prior to the application of traction?

A fracture in a young, soft bone in which the bone bends and breaks.

This non-pharmacological treatment reduces pain, swelling, and muscle spasms.

How long does it typically take to recover from a hip replacement?

What is the most common procedure used to check for a fractured bone?

How should the nurse prevent infection?

A fracture occurring when torque is applied along the axis of a bone.

This makeshift device can be used to immobilize a joint.

What intervention should a patient recovering from a hip replacement always in place while laying down?

What are the two most popular cast colors?

This type of traction is frequently used in the lower extremities (ie: femoral fractures and lower back aches)

A bone fracture resulting in an open wound through which bone fragments usually protrude.

This type of treatment is where the fractured bones are joined by mechanical devices such as metal plates or rods.

What type of shoes should a knee replacement patient wear?

What is the most common kid complaint related to wearing a cast?

This type of treatment helps put the joint back into place and keep it still with the use of weights and pulleys.