During the secondary assessment, the EMT notes instability and a flail segment to a patient's lower left lateral chest. The EMT would immediately:

A) Auscultate breath sounds
B) Stabilize the segment with his hand
C) Start positive pressure ventilation
D) Apply bulky dressings to the area


B) Stabilize the segment with his hand

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