The orthopedic nurse is aware that traumatic dislocations are treated as orthopedic emergencies due to the risk of diminished blood supply and subsequent tissue death
Tissue death due to anoxia and diminished blood supply is referred to as:
A) Avascular necrosis
B) Nerve palsy
C) Subluxation
D) Compartment syndrome
Ans: A
Feedback: Avascular necrosis is due to anoxia and diminished blood supply, which may cause tissue death.
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