How to Treat a Fractured Pelvis in the Wilderness

A fractured pelvis is extremely dangerous, since it almost always leads to serious bleeding.

Instructions

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      Assess for a fracture (see "How to Assess for a Fracture During First Aid").

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      Immobilize the injury. Any movement is not only very painful but can worsen the injury.

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      Check for severe bleeding and treat accordingly (see "How to Treat Severe Bleeding During First Aid").

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      Evacuate the injured person by litter as soon as possible (see "How to Secure an Injured Person Onto a Litter" and "How to Carry an Injured Person on a Litter").

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      Treat for other injuries.