All of the following statements are true regarding rib fractures except:

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Rib fractures are more common in adults than children and are usually caused by direct trauma to the chest such as from a motor vehicle accident or a fall. Adult bones are less pliable than children's bones, making them more susceptible to fractures. Rib fractures can lead to pneumonia if the patient is unable to take deep breaths and clear secretions from their lungs. Fractures of ribs one and two are not rare, but they are protected by the shoulder girdle and are less likely to be injured compared to other ribs. Sternal fractures and costochondral separations can also be caused by blunt force trauma to the chest.

All of the Following Statements Are True Regarding Rib Fractures