When examining an injured extremity, you should be sure to:

A. manipulate it in different directions to determine where fractures might exist.
B. keep it elevated at all times.
C. splint it to reduce movement before conducting any assessments.
D. squeeze the entire limb starting from the top in a systematic, firm manner.

Answer: D. squeeze the entire limb starting from the top in a systematic, firm manner.

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