Citation

Senn-Reeves JN, Staffileno BA. J. Trauma Nurs. 2013; 20(1): 56-64.

Affiliation

Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota (Mr Senn-Reeves) and Rush University Medical Center, College of Nursing, Chicago, Illinois (Mr Senn-Reeves and Dr Staffileno).

Copyright

(Copyright © 2013, Society of Trauma Nurses)

DOI

10.1097/JTN.0b013e318286629b

PMID

23459434

Abstract

Management of blunt injury to the boney thorax centers on the hospital; yet, these injuries continue to impact patients long after hospitalization. The purpose of this literature review was to identify long-term outcomes associated with this injury. A literature search found 616 studies and, after screening, yielded 6 articles for review. Patient and injury characteristics and postinjury assessment findings were explored. The impact of this injury can be prolonged and life altering, prompting the need for further investigation. A greater understanding of injury-specific posthospitalization outcomes could elucidate the impact of these injuries on patients, families, and society.

Language: en