Which of the following statements are true about Flail chest? 1. Fracture of 3 or 4th ribs 2. Mechanical ventilation always needed 3. Mediastinal shift 4. Inward movement of chest wall during inspiration 5. Ultimately leads to Respiratory failure

A. 3,4,5 True & 1,2 False

B. 3,4,5 False & 1,2 True

C. 1,4,5 True & 2,3 False

D. 1,2,4 False & 3,5 True

Correct Answer: 1,4,5 True & 2,3 False

Description: Fracture of 3 or 4th ribs and inward movement of chest wall during inspiration are seen in Flail chest. It will ultimately leads to respiratory failure.

Category: Surgery

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