Question

which type of fracture has broken ends of bone that protrude through the skin? simple spiral comminuted compound

Explanation:

• A simple fracture is a break in the bone without an open wound.
• A spiral fracture is caused by a twisting force and is not characterized by bone protruding through the skin.
• A comminuted fracture is one where the bone is broken into several pieces.
• A compound (open) fracture has broken ends of bone that protrude through the skin.

Answer:

D. Compound