A shark fin waveform on a capnogram is consistent with:
a. hyperventilation.
b. asthma.
c. esophageal intubation.
d. hypoventilation.
Question 2
Which of the following best describes the finding of tracheal shift in the trauma patient?
A) Its absence rules out tension pneumothorax.
B) It is the earliest sign of tension pneumothorax.
C) It is a rare finding in patients with tension pneumothorax.
D) It is a contraindication to needle thoracostomy in tension pneumothorax.