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How could you detect a punctured lung in ambulance?
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X-ray needed: An x-ray is needed to diagnose a punctured lung. It may require surgery for repair.
Answered 9/8/2013
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Decreased: Sounds on the side of the puncture. Difficulty breathing. Low blood pressure. Obvious fracture of ribs or a sucking hole. Windpipe moves away fom he injured side.
Answered 10/4/2016
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