You are in a transport scenario involving a 34-year-old male patient who suffered a severe crush injury to his right leg in a construction accident. The patient is experiencing increasing pain and swelling despite stabilization. Which action should you take to assess for the possibility of compartment syndrome?
Measure the intracompartmental pressure
Check for pedal pulses
Monitor the patient’s pain and swelling
Elevate the limb and re-assess in 15 minutes