Which term describes the device used to stabilize the pelvis and reduce bleeding (per protocol)?

• A. Pelvic Binder
• B. Pelvic Trauma
• C. Pelvis Bleeding Risk
• D. Pelvic Instability

Answer: (A)

The device used to stabilize the pelvis and reduce bleeding per protocol is the pelvic binder. It’s a wrap placed around the hips and tightened to compress the pelvic ring, which helps tamponade bleeding from pelvic vessels and fractures and stabilizes the pelvis to limit movement. This quick external stabilization is a standard step in trauma care because it can significantly reduce hemorrhage and stabilize the patient for imaging and definitive treatment. Other terms describe injuries or risks rather than a tool: pelvic trauma refers to the injury itself, pelvis bleeding risk describes the likelihood of bleeding, and pelvic instability describes a condition. None of those are devices, so the pelvic binder is the correct term.