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A. Shoulder dislocations are common under 10 years of age.
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B. Bone overgrowth is sometimes a problem in children after femoral fractures without growth plate damage.
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C. An angular metaphyseal deformity of 20 degrees will remodel in a 14 year old girl.
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D. Intra-articular fractures need to be reviewed urgently by an orthopedic specialist.
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E. The periosteum in children is not biologically active.
2. TRUE/FALSE?
A. A pulled elbow is due to fracture of the radial head.
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B. A pulled elbow that is irreducible needs operative reduction.
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C. In a suspected limb fracture always x-ray the joint above and below.
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D. Reduction of a fracture or dislocation should never be attempted without first giving adequate analgesia.
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A. Prompt antibiotic cover and minimal handling are important steps to prevent infection in an open (compound) fracture.
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B. Supracondylar humeral fracture can damage the brachial artery.
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C. Supracondylar humeral fracture can damage the anterior interosseous nerve.
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D. Rib fractures are common in children.
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A. Spiral fractures are due to a direct blow to the site.
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B. The Salter-Harris classification describes the severity of growth plate fracture.
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C. Spiral fractures of the tibia in toddlers are very suspicious of non accidental injury.
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D. Fracture displacement traditionally refers to the bone proximal to the fracture.