Which finding suggests a minor structural variation?
a. Barrel chest
b. Clubbed fingers
c. Pectus carinatum
d. Chest wall retractions
C
Pectus carinatum (pigeon chest) is a minor structural variation. Barrel chest, clubbing of the fin-gers, and chest wall retractions result from compromised respirations.
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