Which term is used to identify the temporary displacement of two bones causing the bone surfaces to partially lose contact?
A) Dislocation
B) Subluxation
C) Malunion
D) Nonunion

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Dislocation is the temporary displacement of a bone from its normal position in a joint.If the contact between the two surfaces is only partially lost,then the injury is referred to as a subluxation.This selection is the only option that identifies the temporary displacement of two bones,causing the bone surfaces to partially lose contact.

Which Term Is Used to Identify the Temporary Displacement of Two