Free BCEN Certified Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN) Practice Question

A retroperitoneal hemorrhage is strongly suggested by the presence of hypotension, tachycardia, severe pain, and flank bruising (Grey-Turner's sign). This injury can occur due to trauma mechanisms such as a high-speed motor vehicle collision. During transport, close monitoring of vital signs and rapid transport to a facility capable of managing severe hemorrhage and potential surgical intervention is essential. Splenic injury, liver trauma, and hollow organ perforation are less likely to present with flank bruising specifically and usually have different clinical signs.