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Question

A fracture that breaks the bone but does not puncture the skin is referred to as:
Options
A Closed (simple) fracture
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B Compound fracture
C Comminuted fracture
D Spiral fracture
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

A closed or simple fracture is defined as a break in the bone where the skin remains intact and the bone does not protrude through the skin.

Hint

The opposite of this is an open or compound fracture.

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