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Imaging recommendation · Musculoskeletal

Polytrauma, hemodynamically unstable

Recommended: FAST + Supine CXR + AP Pelvis X-ray at bedside is the preferred imaging study for polytrauma, hemodynamically unstable. Resuscitate to OR.

Recommended study

FAST + Supine CXR + AP Pelvis X-ray at bedside

US No contrast Preferred Musculoskeletal Emergency Reviewed

Resuscitate to OR. FAST identifies free fluid. Pelvic binder for unstable pelvis.

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