Answer: Prearrest signs of tension pneumothorax in the advanced stage include jugular venous distension cyanosis apnea and hyperresonance on percussion. Difficulty ventilating the patient may also be a sign of tension pneumothorax.
A patient has experienced return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) after cardiac arrest. The healthcare team is conducting a secondary assessment to determine the possible cause of the patient’s cardiac arrest. Before the arrest th…