Match each definition to one of the following items.
-A tightening of muscle and skin that prevents normal movement

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A contracture is a tightening of muscle and skin that prevents normal movement.

Answer: A
 Malunion is the improper healing of a bone after a fracture, resulting in deformity and limited function.

Answer: B
 Nonunion is the failure of a broken bone to heal properly, leading to persistent pain and impaired function.

Answer: C
 A neuroma is a thickening of nerve tissue that can cause pain, numbness, and other symptoms.

Answer: D
 Extravasation is the leakage of fluid from a blood vessel into surrounding tissue, resulting in swelling, pain, and tissue damage.

Answer: F
 Necrosis is the death of living tissue due to injury, infection, or disease. It can result in blackened, dead tissue that may need to be surgically removed.

Match Each Definition to One of the Following Items