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ATI Chapter 25 Pneumothorax & hemothorax | Questions and Answers Graded A+
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Pneumothorax - Presence of air or gas in the pleural space that causes lung collapse Tension pneumothorax - When air enters the pleural space during inspiration through a one-way valve and is not able to exit upon expiration. Trapped air causes pressure on heart and lung. Increase in pressure co...
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