The quickest and BEST way for the EMT to relieve pain from a fractured femur is to:
A. Tell the patient to flex the muscle.
B. Apply manual traction.
C. Have the patient bite down on a bite stick.
D. Administer pain medication.
Answer: B. Apply manual traction.
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