Which of the following best describes the incidence of pericardial tamponade?
A) It occurs in 10 to 15 percent of all trauma patients.
B) It occurs in less than 2 percent of all patients with serious chest trauma.
C) It occurs in 10 to 15 percent of patients with serious chest trauma.
D) It occurs in 2 percent of all trauma patients.

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Pericardial tamponade is a rare occurrence, and it is estimated to occur in less than 2 percent of all patients with serious chest trauma.

Which of the Following Best Describes the Incidence of Pericardial