Match each definition to one of the following items.
-Any mechanical injury that results in hemorrhage beneath unbroken skin
A)Crush injury
B)Fissured fracture
C)Comminuted fracture
D)Greenstick fracture
E)External skeletal fixation
F)Contusion

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A contusion is defined as a mechanical injury that results in hemorrhage beneath unbroken skin.

Answer: A
 A crush injury is a type of injury in which forces from a crushing object causes tissue damage, bruising, and/or bleeding.

Answer: B
 A fissured fracture is a type of incomplete fracture where there is a crack in the bone, but the bone has not broken into separate pieces.

Answer: C
 A comminuted fracture is a type of fracture where the bone breaks into several pieces.

Answer: D
 A greenstick fracture is a type of incomplete fracture where the bone is bent, but not completely broken. It is commonly seen in children due to their more pliable bones.

Answer: E
 External skeletal fixation is a surgical technique where pins or screws are used to stabilize bone fragments and immobilize bones during healing. It is used in the treatment of severe fractures, particularly in the limbs.

Match Each Definition to One of the Following Items