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
Answer is B. 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.