Which of the following is appropriate in the examination of a painful,swollen extremity of a conscious patient?

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Comparing the injured side to the uninjured side is appropriate in checking for any differences in size, shape or color which may indicate swelling or discoloration due to injury.

Answer: A, B and D are inappropriate 
 Attempting to flex the mid-portion of the bone may cause further injury and worsen the pain. Asking the patient to bear weight on an injured extremity may also cause further injury, especially if there is a fracture or sprain. Eliciting crepitus on palpation may also cause pain and worsen any existing injury.

Which of the Following Is Appropriate in the Examination of a Painful,swollen