Case: ED/Trauma

A 35-year-old male is brought to the emergency department following a high-speed car accident. He is unconscious and has visible head trauma. The trauma team suspects internal injuries and requests an immediate CT scan to assess potential brain hemorrhage and other internal injuries.

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The CT scan reveals a subdural hematoma on the left side of the brain, along with multiple rib fractures and a possible pneumothorax on the right side.

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What is the first step the trauma team should take after reviewing the CT images?