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The CXR was taken whilst the patient was supine. There is no
pneumothorax, as the lung markings are present to the peripheries. The
right lung field is whiter compared to the left. This indicates there is a
hemothorax. In a patient with shock, a large bore chest drain should be
inserted.
The clinical findings are suspicious of a pelvic fracture. X-ray of the pelvis
confirms it. A pelvic binder should be applied in AED to temporarily
stabilise the pelvis.
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