Prehospital management of suspected compartment syndrome following a long bone injury should include all of the treatments EXCEPT:

A. Immobilization of the injured extremity.
B. Application of ice packs.
C. Fasciotomy.
D. Transportation to an emergency department.


Answer: C. Fasciotomy.

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