Which of the following phrases best describes a flail segment?
a. Multiple rib fractures with bruising of the underlying lung
b. Fractured ribs that have collapsed the underlying lung
c. Multiple fractures to the rib cage caused by blunt trauma
d. Two or more adjacent ribs that have been broken in two or more places.
Answer: d
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A) urine output of less than 400-500 mL daily. B) urine output of less than 4000-5000 mL daily. C) urine output of less than 100-200 mL daily. D) urine output of less than 1000-2000 mL daily.
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