Why do fractures need to be treated immediately by a medical professional?

A fracture should be assessed and treated promptly so the broken bone can be aligned correctly. If it starts healing while misaligned, it may heal crooked, which can affect function and may require further treatment. Choice B gives this reason; the other choices make unsupported claims about healing being unable to begin, taking years, or causing abnormal bone growths.

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