The patient is brought to the emergency department following a gunshot wound to the right chest. The patient is noted to have tracheal deviation to the left side with absent breath sounds on the right. Review of the chest radiograph indicates a large amount of free air in the superior chest as well as fluid in the inferior chest. Which procedure is performed first?
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The patient presents to the emergency department complaining of severe headache and muscle and joint pain that started two days ago. Vital signs are significant for a heart rate of 112 bpm and temperature of 103°F. Upon assessment, the nurse notes a maculopapular rash on the patient’s wrists. Which question is most helpful in determining the cause of this patient’s symptoms?
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The patient has been diagnosed with ethmoid sinusitis. The nurse anticipates the patient to complain of tenderness upon percussion of which area?
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