Paradoxical chest movement suggests a:
a. spontaneous pneumothorax.
b. flail chest.
c. clavicle fracture.
d. pulmonary contusion.
B
Paradoxical chest movement is associated with fractured ribs or a flail chest. This fracture should be stabilized immediately.
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