Abdominal and Chest Injuries Course

Abdominal and Chest Injuries is organized by AdventureMed.

Expiration Date: January 1, 2026

Course Description:
Injuries to the Chest and Abdomen can be some of the most serious injuries that occur to a patient, and require proper evaluation and treatment, especially when in a wilderness setting where definitive treatment and evacuation can be severely delayed.

Objectives: 
The purpose of this module is to help you develop a process that will allow you to overcome obstacles and provide the patient(s) with the appropriate care.

Upon completion, students should be familiar with:
• General chest and abdominal anatomy
• Evaluating chest or abdominal injuries
• Understanding what red flags can be looked for in determining the severity of the injury
• Understanding how to treat these injuries and which require immediate evacuation

Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.