A patient complains that his forearm is 'burning,' his muscles feel painful to extend, and his fingers feel cold to the touch. He states that he was trapped for a short time while operating his tractor and thinks he pulled the muscle when freeing himself. What would be the most appropriate cause for his symptoms?
A) b. Bruised muscle in the left forearm
B) c. Compartment syndrome
C) a. Acute tendonitis of the arm and hand
D) d. Overextension of the left forearm
Answer: B) c. Compartment syndrome