Question 16 of 30
After discovering a possible fracture you should assess which of the following before and after splinting:
A
Sensation, morbidity, protrusion.
B
Capillary refill, pulse, sensation.
C
Pulse, motor function, sensation.
D
Crepitus, resistance, pain.
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option C: Pulse, motor function, sensation..
Assessing neurovascular status—specifically Pulse, Motor function, and Sensation (PMS)—is mandatory before and after splinting to ensure that the splint has not compromised blood flow or nerve integrity.