Question

If the thoracic wall but not lungs is punctured
(a) the lungs get inflated
(b) the man dies as the lungs get collapsed
(c) the breathing rate decreases
(d) the breathing rate increases

Answer 1

Answer:

b

Explanation:

your answer is b

Injury-related pneumothorax: A puncture wound to the chest, such as a gunshot, etc. A one-way valve mechanism prevents air from escaping the pleural cavity. If the patient is not treated immediately, death can result.