A young male patient has been stabbed in the right lateral chest. Regarding the respiratory system, which finding presents the greatest danger to his well-being?

A) Loss of serous fluid from membranes in the chest
B) Fracture of the rib and predisposition to a pulmonary infection
C) Loss of oxygen from the lungs through the stab wound
D) Collection of air between the pleural and visceral membranes


D) Collection of air between the pleural and visceral membranes

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Which joint permits very slight movement?

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A convenient and effective technique for ordering might include

A) colored stickers corresponding to when an item was purchased B) writing down lot numbers and expiration dates in a notebook C) running a report from a supplier of what was purchased 6 months ago D) reordering items only as they expire or when they completely run out

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