Question

select the correct answer. which step of the prices method is represented by the letter s? a. raise the injured area above the heart. b. stop the activity until the injury is evaluated. c. wrap the injured site to decrease swelling. d. apply a brace or a splint to the area.

Explanation:

In the PRICES method:

• Protect: Apply a brace or splint (represented by S in PRICES).
• Rest: Stop the activity (B option - related to R).
• Ice: Not relevant to options here.
• Compression: Wrap the injured site (C option - related to C).
• Elevation: Raise the injured area (A option - related to E).

So the S in PRICES stands for applying a brace or splint.

Answer:

D. Apply a brace or a splint to the area.