-"Missed" fractures occur with some frequency because of:
A) Failure to order radiography
B) Failure to recognize fractures on radiographs
C) Subtle fractures that are difficult to see on radiographs
D) All of the above

Question

-"Missed" fractures occur with some frequency because of:
A) Failure to order radiography 
B) Failure to recognize fractures on radiographs 
C) Subtle fractures that are difficult to see on radiographs 
D) All of the above

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Missed fractures can occur due to a failure to order radiography, not recognizing fractures on radiographs, and the presence of subtle fractures that are difficult to see, encompassing all the reasons listed.

-"Missed" Fractures Occur with Some Frequency Because Of