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

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