A fracture site that is not surgically opened and can be treated by manipulation is known as what?

A fracture that is not surgically opened and can be treated by manipulation is classified as closed fracture treatment. In this context, "closed" refers to the fact that the skin over the fracture site remains intact and there is no direct exposure of the bone, which differentiates it from an "open" fracture where the fracture site is exposed due to a break in the skin.

Closed fracture treatment typically involves aligning the fractured bone through manipulation or casting without the need for surgical intervention. This method is often preferred when the fracture is stable and can heal properly without the need for surgical exposure, allowing for a lower risk of infection and other complications associated with surgical procedures.

The other options refer to different types of fracture concerns. Open fracture treatment involves surgical procedures to repair, which is not applicable here because the skin is not compromised. A dislocated fracture implies a joint dislocation rather than just a bone fracture, while a stress fracture indicates a small crack in the bone usually due to repetitive stress, which also does not involve manipulation in the same way as a closed fracture.