An adult struck by a vehicle is hypotensive after blunt high-energy pelvic trauma, with pelvic pain and suspected active bleeding. Which mechanical

Question

An adult struck by a vehicle is hypotensive after blunt high-energy pelvic trauma, with pelvic pain and suspected active bleeding. Which mechanical haemorrhage intervention is indicated in the pre-hospital phase?

Accepted Answer

Apply a purpose-made pelvic binder centred over the greater trochanters

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Apply a circumferential binder at the level of the iliac crests

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Apply bilateral femoral tourniquets before examining the pelvis

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Apply a traction splint across the pelvis and both legs

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Apply a pneumatic abdominal binder above the umbilicus

Major trauma haemorrhage — DipIMC MCQ

An adult struck by a vehicle is hypotensive after blunt high-energy pelvic trauma, with pelvic pain and suspected active bleeding. Which mechanical haemorrhage intervention is indicated in the pre-hospital phase?