Today you and your fellow recruits are learning to rappel. As one soldier is climbing the rope ladder to the top of the confidence tower, he falls off. He says he thinks his leg is broken. What should you do? Select the best answer.

Question

Tell him that if he didn't hear a "snap," it's not broken.
Tell him to move the injured leg to test whether it's broken.
Tell him NOT to move the injured leg.
Elevate the injury.

Answer 1

The best answer is: Tell him NOT to move the injured leg.

In such a situation, it's important to minimize any further injury. Moving the injured leg could exacerbate any potential fractures or damage. Instead, you should ensure that he remains still and wait for medical assistance to evaluate and treat the injury properly.