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Wrist Fractures

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1.  Which carpal bone is NOT in the distal row? Trapezium Scaphoid Trapezoid Capitate

2.  What is/are the strongest supporting structure(s) connecting the radius to both the proximal and distal rows of carpal bones? Interosseous carpal ligaments Palmar radiocarpal ligaments Transverse carpal ligament None of the above

3.  How is a wrist fracture defined? Fracture of the distal one-third part of the radius Fracture of the distal one-third part of the ulna Fracture of any carpal bone All of the above

4.  What is the most common fracture of the upper extremity? Scaphoid fracture Humeral fracture Distal radius fracture Elbow fracture

5.  What changes do you see with CRPS? Sensory or motor disturbances Trophic changes Restricted range of motion All of the above