A pneumothorax may occur for a number of reasons.
In the above scenario, Mr.S was admitted with a history
of lung cancer.
In the above scenario, Mr.S was admitted with a history
of lung cancer.
Signs and symptoms of a pneumothorax:
- breath sounds are diminished on the affected side
- tracheal deviation away from the side of the pneumothorax
- distended neck veins
- the heart may also become compressed
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