This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Injuries Around Arm & Elbow, Subject name: Orthopaedics
Most common fracture in the children is 
Select and explain. 
A. Supracondylar humerus, B. Tibia fracture, C. Fracture shaft of the femur, D. Metatarsal fracture
A: Supracondylar humerus
Answer: A: Supracondylar humerus 
Explanation: (Supra condylar humerus) (596-Apley's 8th)Supracondylar fracture of humerus - usually seen in children suggest an extenson injury, usually due to a fall on the outstretched hand. The distal fragments is pushed backwards and (because the forearm is usually in pronation) twisted inwards, sometimes injuring the brachial artery or Median nerve"These are among the commonest fractures in children"