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Decompression in tension pneumothorax can be done by inserting a largebore needle in

A
First intercostal space
B
Second intercostal space
C
Third intercostal space
D
None of the above
High-Yield Explanation
Treatment consists of immediate decompression and is managed initially by rapid insertion of a large-bore needle into the second intercostal space in the mid-clavicular line of the affected hemithorax. This is immediately followed by insertion of a chest tube through the fifth intercostal space in the anterior axillary line.

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