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What are the symptoms of flail chest?

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Paradoxical movement is an obvious sign that the portion of the chest wall is not assisting with the breathing function. Other symptoms of flail chest can include: Bruises, grazes, and/or discoloration in the chest area. Telltale markings from a seat belt.

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This video covers symptoms of flail chest. Paradoxical movement is described as an obvious sign that a portion of the chest wall is not assisting breathing, with other signs including bruises, grazes or discoloration in the chest area and telltale markings from a seat belt.

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  • Paradoxical movement of the chest wall is an obvious sign
  • Bruises, grazes and discoloration in the chest area are listed
  • Seat belt markings are listed as a telltale sign

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This video presents “What are the symptoms of flail chest?” — Paradoxical movement is an obvious sign that the portion of the chest wall is not assisting with the breathing function. Other symptoms of flail chest can include: Bruises, grazes, and/or discoloration in the chest area. Telltale markings. Whether you are preparing for a procedure, studying the technique, or learning how a condition is assessed, the recording shows the process as it is performed in practice.

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