Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) Practice Exam

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What is unique about an impacted fracture?

The bone breaks into small, sharp pieces
Bone is broken and the ends are driven into each other
The fracture occurs on the outer layer of the bone
The break does not penetrate any internal organs

The correct answer is: Bone is broken and the ends are driven into each other

An impacted fracture occurs when the ends of the broken bone are driven into each other. This type of fracture typically happens as a result of a high-impact injury, where force is applied to the bone, causing one fragment to be forced into another. This unique characteristic distinguishes an impacted fracture from other types, such as simple fractures where the bone may break without any injury to the surrounding tissue, or comminuted fractures where the bone shatters into multiple pieces. Understanding the mechanics of an impacted fracture is crucial for proper assessment and treatment in clinical settings.