MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

CLINICAL ENCOUNTERS

OSTEOPOROSIS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
which of these options is correct?
A
osteoporosis is a symptom of fibromyalgia
B
Vitamin C is a fundamental substance for bone
C
the fracture causes severe pain and may require surgery
D
osteoporosis is excess calcium
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Treatment includes immobilising the bone with a plaster cast, or surgically inserting metal rods or plates to hold the bone pieces together. Some complicated fractures may need surgery and surgical traction.

Detailed explanation-2: -The 3 most common signs of a broken bone (also known as a fracture) are: pain. swelling. deformity.

Detailed explanation-3: -Compound Fracture This is one of the most severe injuries: A compound or open fracture is when the bone pierces the skin when it breaks. Surgery is usually called for due to its severity and the risk of infection.

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