A. Trauma of the Chest Wall

Unit Objective:

At the end of this unit the resident understands the pathophysiology of chest wall injury, and diagnoses, resuscitates and treats trauma patients.

Learner Objectives:

Upon completion of this unit the resident:

1. Evaluates patients with blunt or penetrating chest wall injury;
   
   
2. Understands the physiology and mechanics of operative drainage of the thoracic cavity;
   
   
3. Understands the operative and non-operative management of chest wall injuries;
   
   
4. Understands the pathophysiology of flail chest.