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SGEM386: Blood on Blood – Massive Transfusion Protocols in Older Trauma Patients

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Case: A 71-year-old man is brought to your emergency department (ED) by emergency medical serviced (EMS) having fallen two steps at home. EMS have already splinted an obvious mid-shaft femoral fracture, but he continues to be tachycardic and hypotensive. years ( 2 ).