Which characteristics are symptomatic of a flail chest?
a. Involves the fracture of several consecutive ribs.
b. Involves multiple fractures to individual ribs.
c. Can involve the fracture of the sternum.
d. Is generally a result of the inflammatory process.
e. Is more common among the older adult population.
Answer:
a. Involves the fracture of several consecutive ribs.
b. Involves multiple fractures to individual ribs.
c. Can involve the fracture of the sternum.
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