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A quarter of all trauma deaths are caused by blunt chest trauma. Graphics help illustrate and emphasize the critical elements in the thoracic cavity and how trauma to this area can have dramatic effects on breathing and circulation. Will Chapleau EMTP RN TNS manager of the ATLS program at the American College of Surgeons reminds us that traumatic chest injury patients should be handled with care to avoid further injury.

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