Your patient was involved in a serious motor vehicle collision. Which of the following assessment findings best helps to determine that the patient has a flail segment?
a. Paradoxical chest wall movement
b. Shortness of breath
c. Pain upon inspiration
d. Chest wall bruising
Answer: a
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