The finding of jugular venous distention in the patient with thoracic trauma is LEAST likely to be associated with which of the following?
A) Traumatic asphyxia
B) Hemothorax
C) Tension pneumothorax
D) Pericardial tamponade
B
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A. Twice B. Once C. Every 5 minutes D. Every 15 minutes
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