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kwoodring

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In which type of fracture is the bone shattered?
 
  A) greenstick fracture
  B) Colles' fracture
  C) comminuted fracture
  D) pathologic fracture

Question 2

Which of the following conditions causes constriction of the bronchial airways by bronchospasms?
 
  A) bronchiectasis
  B) asthma
  C) anthracosis
  D) adult respiratory distress syndrome


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Answer to Question 1

C
Explanation: A comminuted fracture is a fracture in which the bone is shattered, splintered, or crushed into many small pieces or fragments. A greenstick fracture is a fracture in which there is an incomplete break. A Colles' fracture is a common type of wrist fracture. A pathologic fracture occurs from diseased or weakened bone.

Answer to Question 2

B
Explanation: Asthma causes constriction of the bronchial airways by bronchospasms. Bronchiectasis is enlargement of the bronchi. Anthracosis is known as black lung. Adult respiratory distress syndrome is acute respiratory failure in adults.



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