Which statement correctly describes open and closed fractures and the immobilization approach in the field?

Which statement correctly describes open and closed fractures and the immobilization approach in the field?

• A. Open fracture: there is a wound but no need to cover it during immobilization.
• B. Closed fracture: skin intact; immobilize with a soft wrap only.
• C. Closed fracture: skin intact; open fracture: wound present; immobilization with a rigid splint while controlling bleeding and covering the wound.
• D. Open fracture: there is a wound but no need to cover it during immobilization.

Answer: (D)