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An 80 year old with confusion after an MVC

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
7.) If this patient becomes hemodynamically unstable after thoracic and intraabdominal injuries are ruled out, what management steps should be taken?

The pelvic fracture should be stabilized, usually with a pelvic binder, and angiographic embolization performed in an effort to control bleeding.  
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