A patient was climbing a ladder, slipped on a rung, and fell on the right side of the chest. X-ray studies reveal three rib fractures, and the patient is complaining of pain with inspiration. What is the anticipated treatment for this patient?
a. Chest strapping
b. Mechanical ventilation
c. Coughing and deep breathing with pillow splinting
d. Thoracentesis
Explanation:This is the process of removing fluid or air from the pleural space with a needle.. Because of the fall.. Fluid and air are trapped in the thorax due to the fracture of the ribs.. This process will remove them
