Air in thorax that is trapped there, typically from some type of trauma. Will normally require a chest tube to drain air and release pressure.

a. Pleural effusion
b. Hemothorax
c. Pneumothorax
d. Tension pneumothorax


Answer: d. Tension pneumothorax

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