CHEST INJURY

Stab and gunshot wounds are example of penetrating wound

SIGNS & SYMPTOMSPain in chestDifficulty in breathingCyanosisFrothy, blood stained liquid coughed upSucking sound with breathingShock

FIRST AIDImmediately cover and seal any wounds to the chest wallPlace the casualty in most comfortable position which is half sitting, with head, shoulder and body turned towards injured sideSupport the limb on the injured side in an elevation sling If casualty becomes unconscious place him in recovery position.