A fracture, according to the YouTube video, is a break in the continuity of a bone. It is a medical condition where the bone is cracked or broken due to excessive force or pressure.
Two examples of fractures mentioned in the YouTube video are:
1. Compound Fracture: This type of fracture occurs when the broken bone pierces through the skin. It is considered more severe and carries a higher risk of infection.
2. Hairline Fracture: This is a very fine crack in the bone, often difficult to see on an X-ray. Hairline fractures usually result from repetitive stress or overuse injuries, such as stress fractures in athletes.
Define fracture according to the YouTube. Give TWO examples of fracture that were mentioned in the YouTube.
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