For a patient with chest trauma and suspected pneumothorax during flight, which ventilatory approach is preferred?

For a patient with chest trauma and suspected pneumothorax during flight, which ventilatory approach is preferred?

• A. Apply continuous positive airway pressure to all chest trauma patients.
• B. Avoid or minimize positive pressure ventilation if possible.
• C. Intubate immediately with rapid sequence.
• D. Initiate high-frequency ventilation immediately.

Answer: (B)