what are the scientific names for the:
1. breastbone
2. kneecap
3. collarbone
Answers
breastbone - sternum
knee cap - patella
collarbone - clavicle
Answer:
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A clavicle fracture, also known as a broken collarbone, is a bone fracture of the clavicle.[1] Symptoms typically include pain at the site of the break and a decreased ability to move the affected arm.[1] Complications can include a collection of air in the pleural space surrounding the lung (pneumothorax), injury to the nerves or blood vessels in the area, and an unpleasant appearance.[2]
Clavicle fracture
Other names
Broken collarbone[1]
Clavicle Fracture Left.jpg
X-ray of a left clavicle fracture
Specialty
Emergency medicine
Symptoms
Pain, decreased ability to move the affected arm[1]
Complications
Pneumothorax, injury to the nerves or blood vessels in the area, unpleasant appearance[2]
Usual onset
Sudden[3]
Types
Type I (middle 3rd), Type II (lateral 3rd), Type III (medial third)[3]
Causes
Fall onto a shoulder, outstretched arm, or direct trauma[1][3]
Diagnostic method
Based on symptoms, confirmed with X-rays[2]
Treatment
Pain medication, sling, surgery[1][2]
Prognosis
Up to five months for complete healing[3]
Frequency
5% of adult fractures, 13% of children's fractures[1][3]