broad-spectrum adjective Referring to any agent, usually understood to be an antibiotic, which is effective against a wide range of microorganisms. broad-spectrum adjective Referring to any agent, usually understood to be an antibiotic, which is effective against a wide range of microorganisms broad-spectrum
A Dr. Jeanne Morrison, PhD , Family Medicine, answered. You can manage a closed fracture on a daily basis by elevation of the extremity, ice in the early stage (be careful not to burn the skin - keep a layer of padding between the ice bag and the skin), and rest. Good nutrition and adequate hydration is also important.
1 Also known as an open fracture, a compound fracture can be a bit more serious in nature. 2  Compound fractures usually require surgery. 3  During surgery, doctors repair the break in the bone as well as the break in the skin and clean out the wound to prevent infection.