TIC stands for Tenderness, Instability, and Crepitus. Which of the following is NOT part of TIC?

• A. Tenderness
• B. Instability
• C. Crepitus
• D. Temperature

Answer: (D)

This question tests your ability to recall what the TIC mnemonic includes. TIC stands for Tenderness, Instability, and Crepitus—three physical signs that point to a fracture or joint disruption. Tenderness means pain on palpation at the injured site, Instability refers to abnormal movement of the joint or bone fragments under stress, and Crepitus is the crackling sensation or sound from rough bone edges or gas in tissue. Temperature, while important for noticing infection or inflammation, is not part of this mnemonic. So the sign that does not fit TIC is Temperature.