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A physiotherapist assesses a patient 3 days after an acute ankle inversion injury. There is marked swelling, bruising, and the patient cannot bear weight for four steps. According to the Ottawa Ankle Rules, what is the most appropriate next action?

Apply a full below-knee plaster cast immediately Reassure and discharge with no follow-up Begin aggressive resisted strengthening exercises Refer for ankle radiography to exclude a fracture

Correct Answer:

Refer for ankle radiography to exclude a fracture

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