Your patient was involved in a serious motor vehicle collision. Which of the following assessment findings best helps to determine that the patient has a flail segment?

a. Paradoxical chest wall movement
b. Shortness of breath
c. Pain upon inspiration
d. Chest wall bruising


Answer: a

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A. 0.08% B. 0.8% C. .80% D. None of the above

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