Fried bread is bread cooked in fat, but the phrase can describe different foods. In some breakfasts it means a slice of bread fried in a pan. It can also refer to dough fried to make a separate bread preparation.
Native American fry bread is one specific tradition and should not be treated as a name for every kind of fried bread. Its history is connected to forced displacement and government-issued rations. Other cultures have their own fried breads with different ingredients and histories.
Follow the particular recipe for the dough or bread, frying method, and serving style.