Learning Objectives:

1. Identify unique features of anatomy and physiology of pediatric patients. 

2. Recognize injury patterns based on age.

3. Appreciate the importance of maintaining a high index of suspicion for non-accidental trauma.

4. Describe some critical differences in how pediatric trauma patients are evaluated and managed. 

5. Describe differences in the initial assessment and resuscitation of a victim of penetrating trauma compared to blunt trauma.