What is the name of the fracture in which the skin covering the fracture area remains intact?
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Explanation
A **closed fracture** is one where the bone is broken, but the **skin covering the fracture area remains intact**. This means there is no open wound on the skin, which reduces the risk of infection compared to an open fracture, where the bone may protrude through the skin. In the event of a fracture, it is important to keep the affected area immobile and prevent the injured person from moving it. If there is a wound, it should be covered, but in a closed fracture, this is not necessary as the skin is not broken.
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