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.

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Tracheal shift is a late and uncommon finding in tension pneumothorax, not an early sign, and its absence does not rule out the condition. It is not a contraindication to needle thoracostomy, which is a life-saving procedure in the case of tension pneumothorax.

Which of the Following Best Describes the Finding of Tracheal