When assessing an intubated patient,the nurse notes normal breath sounds on the right side of the chest and absent breath sounds on the left side of the chest.What problem should the nurse suspect?

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The finding of normal breath sounds on the right side of the chest and absent breath sounds on the left side of the chest in a newly intubated patient is probably caused by a right mainstem intubation.

When Assessing an Intubated Patient,the Nurse Notes Normal Breath Sounds