SAQ 1795 – Pelvic trauma with contrast X-ray and hypotension

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A 25-year-old man is brought to a tertiary ED after a motorbike crash. His trauma series has a normal CXR and C-spine X-ray. Further radiological imaging is shown below. Observations are RR 20/min, oxygen saturation 99% on room air, HR 115/min, BP 80/50 mmHg and GCS 15.

Pelvic contrast X-ray after motorbike crash
Pelvic trauma contrast X-ray.

List the abnormalities shown on the X-ray.

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List the associated examination signs for this injury.

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Give the four most likely causes of hypotension in this patient.

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As team leader, list five important treatment and disposition priorities for the hypotension, including details.

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