Approach to skin and soft tissue injury Quiz: Ace Your Exams

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A 56-year-old man presents for evaluation of worsening left leg pain over the past twenty-four hours. The patient ran a marathon yesterday and states he “tweaked” his left calf while nearing the finish line. The patient is otherwise healthy and takes no medication daily. Temperature is 37°C (98.6°F), blood pressure is 182/90 mmHg, pulse is 111/min, respiratory rate is 20/min, and oxygen saturation is 97% on room air. The patient appears uncomfortable. Physical examination reveals diffuse bruising and tense compartments over the left calf. Based on the most likely diagnosis, which of the following is the most important next step in management?  

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