Question 56 of 196 mfa Exam

A condition where air builds up in the pleural space, collapses the lung and puts pressure on the heart is called:

A Closed pneumothorax
B Tension pneumothorax Correct
C Hemothorax
D Open pneumothorax

Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is Option B: Tension pneumothorax.

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