During what part of the on-field examination is the examiner able to gain an immediate impression of the integrity of the capsule and ligaments involved in the injury before muscle guarding or swelling masks the degree of instability?
A) History
B) Palpation
C) Joint stability tests
D) Secondary survey

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Joint stability tests are designed to assess the integrity of the ligaments and capsule surrounding a joint. These tests are performed early in the on-field examination to gain an immediate impression of the degree of instability present before muscle guarding or swelling masks the injury.

During What Part of the On-Field Examination Is the Examiner