A collection of air or gas in the thoracic cavity, as the result of a stab wound or gunshot wound to the chest describes a condition called ________.
A)Emphysema
B)Bronchiectasis
C)Pneumoconiosis
D)Pneumothorax

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Pneumothorax is a condition in which air or gas collects in the pleural cavity, which is the space between the lungs and the chest wall. This can occur due to a variety of causes, including trauma to the chest such as a stab wound or gunshot wound. Emphysema is a chronic lung disease that causes shortness of breath, while bronchiectasis is a condition in which the airways in the lungs become damaged and widened. Pneumoconiosis is a lung disease that is caused by inhaling dust or other particles, typically in the workplace.

A Collection of Air or Gas in the Thoracic Cavity