The aim of this course is to introduce the learner to the indications/contraindications and performance of a resuscitative thoracotomy in a trauma patient who suffers a traumatic cardiac arrest. After completion of this course the learner will hopefully have an opportunity to practice this skill on a part task trainer or animal model. 

NOTE THAT RESUSCITATIVE THORACOTOMIES SHOULD ONLY BE PERFORMED BY CLINICIANS TRAINED IN THIS PROCEDURE (ie: have completed a dedicated training course)

This course should take around 20 minutes to complete.