Bedside Incentive Spirometry Predicts Risk of Pulmonary Complication in Patients with Rib Fractures

= 0.006). The groups had similar demographics. An admission ICS volume <1 L was associated with 3.3× relative risk of pulmonary complication. Lower volumes were also associated with discharge to nonhome locations. Bedside ICS is a useful tool to identify patients at risk of pulmonary complications from rib fractures. Patients with admission ICS volume <1 L carry a higher risk of complication.