Question 6 of 30
When dealing with pelvic injuries you must always consider the possibility of:
A
Ruptured bladder.
B
Ruptured spleen.
C
Spinal injuries.
D
Rib fractures.
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option C: Spinal injuries..
The pelvic ring protects internal structures; trauma causing pelvic fractures is often associated with significant force, which is frequently transmitted to the spine. Consequently, all pelvic injury patients must be managed with spinal precautions.