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What is the immediate management of Tension Pneumothorax?
  1. Insertion of large bore IV cannula in 2nd intercostals space
  2. Wait for chest tube to be arranged and then inserted
  3. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  4. Bronchoscopy
Explanation
Answer- A - Insertion of large bore IV cannula in 2nd intercostals space is the immediate management of Tension Pneumothorax. Tension Pneumothorax is a life threatening condition where fractions of seconds are important in saving life. So, immediately large bore IV cannula should be inserted which will suddenly remove the air from the thoracic cavity and help inflate the lung.
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