What were the findings when inspecting the pelvis and perineum for injuries?

• A. Severe asymmetry.
• B. Pelvic instability detected.
• C. Perineal laceration present.
• D. No abnormalities are noted.

Answer: (D)

During the primary survey, inspecting the pelvis and perineum focuses on identifying signs of injury that would affect stability or indicate soft-tissue damage. If the pelvis shows no deformity or instability, the perineal tissues are intact with no lacerations, and there is no sign of bleeding or crepitus, the finding is that no abnormalities are noted. This is the best answer because it reflects a normal pelvic/perineal exam and rules out pelvic fracture or soft-tissue injury at the moment of assessment. Had there been severe asymmetry or pelvic instability, that would point to a pelvic fracture needing stabilization, and a perineal laceration would indicate tissue injury—neither of which were observed.