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colton

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on: Jul 18, 2018
Which method of reducing a fracture carries the highest potential for surgical site infection?
 a. percutaneous pinning of simple fracture
  b. external fixator application for Colles' fracture
  c. closed with cast application for greenstick fracture
  d. open reduction, internal fixation for compound comminuted fracture

Question 2

What is a common surgical approach for Colles' fracture?
 a. arthroscopy
  b. carpal tunnel release
  c. external fixation
  d. open reduction internal fixation


peter

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Reply #1 on: Jul 18, 2018
Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

c


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