A compound fracture also is called
A) A closed fracture
B) A simple fracture
C) An open fracture
D) A hip fracture

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A compound fracture is also called an open fracture, where the bone has broken through the skin, increasing the risk of infection. A closed fracture is where the bone is broken but does not penetrate the skin. A simple fracture is another term for a closed fracture. A hip fracture is a specific type of fracture that occurs in the hip bone.

A Compound Fracture Also Is Called