Upon examining your patient, you suspect she may be developing a compartment syndrome of the lower leg. What is your best course of action when treating this patient in the field?
A) A. Apply a PASG to decrease swelling and control internal bleeding.
B) B. Administer RICE.
C) C. Splint it with a padded splint in the position found.
D) D. Transport the patient to the closest, most appropriate facility
Answer: D