A patient with a tension pneumothorax will present with _________.
A) jugular artery distention
B) increased cardiac output
C) lateral displacement of the trachea
D) increased blood pressure

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A tension pneumothorax can cause lateral displacement of the trachea due to the pressure build-up in the pleural space, pushing the trachea away from the affected side.

A Patient with a Tension Pneumothorax Will Present with _________