A piece of soft material that covers and protects an injured part of the body is called a?

• A. Abscess
• B. Bandage
• C. Abrasion
• D. Infection

Answer: (B)

A bandage is the soft material used to cover and protect an injured area by wrapping around it, holding a dressing in place, and providing support. It helps shield the wound from dirt and bacteria and can limit movement to aid healing. The other terms describe conditions or injuries rather than the covering itself: an abscess is a pocket of pus that may require treatment; an abrasion is a superficial scrape on the skin; infection is the invasion of microorganisms causing illness. So the best answer is bandage.