Pediatric Trauma: Module 2

At the end of this module, you will be able to:

Discuss the pediatric anatomical features that affect injury patterns.
Identify the physiologic characteristics of children that affect trauma management using a systems based approach.
Recognize the unique nature of head trauma in children that leads to high morbidity and mortality.

Describe how the features of the pediatric airway and respiratory system present challenges to healthcare professionals.
Explain how a child's cardiovascular system responds to blood loss.