Proper examination of the posterior chest wall includes which of the following?

a. Assessing for tracheal deviation and jugular venous distension
b. Auscultating tracheal breath sounds
c. Feeling for flail segments
d. Palpating the cervical spine for step-offs

Answer: c. Feeling for flail segments

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