Which statement shows that an EMT understands field care of a patient with a possible joint dislocation?
A) "If a joint injury is suspected, ice packs–but not splints–are indicated."
B) "The care for a patient with a joint injury is identical to that for a patient with a fracture."
C) "If a distal pulse is absent, three attempts to straighten the joint can be made."
D) "Warm packs–not cold packs–are indicated for a patient with a possible joint injury."
B) "The care for a patient with a joint injury is identical to that for a patient with a fracture."
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