Management of a traumatic fracture of the femur should include:

A) stabilization of affected limb using a longboard and padding with pillows and blanket rolls, transport to emergency department.
B) application of traction using either the unipolar or bipolar device, supportive fluid therapy, transport to trauma center.
C) application of traction using a unipolar device, application of the PASG, supportive fluid therapy, transport to trauma center.
D) application of traction device, application of the PASG, immobilization using the longboard, transport to emergency department.

Answer: B

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