Match each definition to one of the following items.
-A form of fracture treatment that involves inserting percutaneous pins proximal and distal to the fracture
A)Crush injury
B)Fissured fracture
C)Comminuted fracture
D)Greenstick fracture
E)External skeletal fixation
F)Contusion

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External skeletal fixation involves inserting percutaneous pins proximal and distal to the fracture to immobilize the bones and promote healing.

Answer: A
 A crush injury occurs when force is applied to an area of the body, causing tissue damage and possibly fracture.

Answer: C
 A comminuted fracture is a fracture in which the bone is broken into several pieces.

Answer: D
 A greenstick fracture is an incomplete fracture in which the bone is bent but not completely broken.

Answer: F
 A contusion is a bruise, which occurs when blood vessels are damaged and blood leaks into the surrounding tissue. It is not related to fracture treatment.

Match Each Definition to One of the Following Items