When assessing a patient involved in a 20-foot fall, you notice that a portion of the chest appears to be moving in the opposite direction of the rest of the chest wall. Which of the following is the most probable cause of this finding?
a. Abdominal trauma
b. Accessory muscle use
c. Bronchitis
d. Multiple broken ribs
Answer: d. Multiple broken ribs
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