Which of the following is the preferred site for n...

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Which of the following is the preferred site for needle decompression of a tension pneumothorax?

A. 4th intercostal space, midclavicular line, just over the top of the 5th rib

B. 4th intercostal space, midclavicular line, just below the 4th rib

C. 2nd intercostal space, midclavicular line, just over top of the 3rd rib

D. 2nd intercostal space, midclavicular line, just below the 2nd rib

✔ Correct Answer:

C. 2nd intercostal space, midclavicular line, just over top of the 3rd rib

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