Which of the following can result in or contribute to a simple pneumothorax?
A) Internal injury causing a laceration or rupture of a lung
B) External injury causing an open wound in the chest wall
C) Can occur spontaneously in tall, thin, and young males
D) Significant blunt trauma
E) All of the above

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All of the options listed can result in or contribute to a simple pneumothorax. Internal injuries or lacerations of the lung, external injuries that penetrate the chest wall, spontaneous occurrence (particularly in tall, thin, young males), and significant blunt trauma can all cause air to enter the pleural space, leading to a pneumothorax.

Which of the Following Can Result in or Contribute to a Simple