Distinguishing between a knee dislocation and a patella dislocation can sometimes be difficult. Which of the following statements is NOT true?
A) In a knee dislocation, the tibia is forced anteriorly or posteriorly in relation to the distal femur.
B) The lack of a distal pulse could be a signal of a real emergency.
C) In a patellar dislocation, the knee will be stuck in flexion but the knee cap will not be displaced.
D) You should always check for a distal pulse.
C
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