Reassess __________ before and after applying a splint.

• A. ABC (Airway, Breathing, Circulation)
• B. PMS (Pulse, motor, sensory)
• C. Vital signs
• D. CSM (Circulation, Sensation, Movement)

Answer: (B)

Reassessing Pulse, Motor, and Sensory of the injured limb before and after splinting focuses on the distal neurovascular status. Pulse checks confirm that blood is still reaching the limb; motor testing shows whether the nerves and muscles responsible for movement are intact; sensory evaluation ensures sensation is preserved. Immobilization can affect circulation or compress nerves, so establishing a baseline and then rechecking after splinting helps detect any deterioration or new deficits, prompting adjustments or removal if needed. While the other options touch on overall patient status or use a similar three-part assessment, the standard approach for evaluating limb integrity around splinting is Pulse, Motor, Sensory.