Rectus sheath hematoma Quiz: Ace Your Exams

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A 48-year-old man is seen in the emergency department after being involved in a biking accident. The patient was riding over uneven terrain when he lost control of the bike and fell over the handlebars onto the ground. Past medical history is notable for hypercholesterolemia and a recently diagnosed deep vein thrombosis, for which he is currently taking apixaban. Upon arrival, temperature is 37.0°C (98.6°F), blood pressure is 102/63 mmHg, pulse is 109/min, and hemoglobin is 10.3 g/dL. Physical examination reveals a large painful non-pulsatile mass in the right rectus abdominis muscle region with overlying ecchymoses. The mass remains unchanged in position when the patient contracts the abdominal muscles. Which of the following is the next best step in the management of this patient?  

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