The Finding of Jugular Venous Distention in the Patient with Thoracic

question 44

Multiple Choice

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

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Definitions:

Proximal

Closer to the center of the body or the point of origin.

Distal

Positioned farthest from the point of origin or attachment, often used to describe locations on the body.

Axillae

The region under the joint where the arm connects to the shoulder.

Fractured Clavicle

A broken collarbone, a common injury that can occur from falls, sports, or accidents.