During your secondary assessment of a trauma patient's chest area, you observe that the sternum is moving in the opposite direction of the rib cage during inhalation. The patient is becoming severely short of breath. What is your BEST course of action with this patient?
a. Backboard the patient and transport.
b. Provide oxygen and assist ventilations.
c. Secure a large bulky dressing over the chest.
d. Contact ALS for possible invasive interventions.
