A 36 y.o. male is
admitted to the ED via EMS after a high-speed MVC. The patient was the
unrestrained driver of the vehicle. The medics report that the
patient
"broke the steering wheel. It was also noted on exam that the
patient has extensive bruising in the upper abdominal region. His
physical exam reveals multiple minor lacerations and a large bruise over his
anterior torso. His abdomen is diffusely tender. His vital signs
are stable. You perform a FAST exam...
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