A young male patient has been stabbed in the right lateral chest. Regarding the respiratory system, which of the following represents the greatest danger to his well-being?
A) Loss of serous fluid from membranes in the chest
B) Fracture of the rib and predisposition to a pulmonary infection
C) Loss of oxygen from the lungs through the stab wound
D) Collection of air between the pleural and visceral membranes
D
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