The EMT shows that he understands the difference between a pneumothorax and a tension pneumothorax when he makes what statement?

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A pneumothorax involves the accumulation of air around the lung, while a tension pneumothorax is a type of pneumothorax where air continues to enter the pleural space and can cause cardiac output to decrease. Option A is incorrect because a pneumothorax does not involve blood accumulation; option C is also incorrect because both types of pneumothorax involve a collapsed lung, but a tension pneumothorax can lead to blood loss if it is not relieved. Option D is incorrect because both closed and open chest injuries can cause both types of pneumothorax.

The EMT Shows That He Understands the Difference Between a Pneumothorax