How do you treat an open fracture with bone visible?

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  1. Push the bone back in
  2. Apply direct pressure on the bone
  3. Control bleeding cover with clean cloth and immobilize

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References

  1. Mayo Clinic: Fractures First Aid www.mayoclinic.org/first-aid/first-aid-fractures/basics/art-20056641 Checked 2026-10-21.

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