Question

What is a fracture? How will you help a friend who has met with an accident and fractured his leg?

Answer 1

Answer:
Fracture is a crack or break in a bone. Fracture may occur due to accident or fall from height or injury.
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If my friend’s leg is fractured, then I would:

1. Ask him to prevent any movement of the fractured part. (0.5 Mark)
2. Get immediate medical help. (0.5 Mark)
3. Take the x-ray image of the fractured or swollen part. (0.5 Mark)
4. An x-ray image shows the exact spot where the bone is broken. This will help in providing proper treatment. (0.5 Mark)