Cover any hole that extends into the chest cavity as quickly as possible with an airtight dressing such as tin foil or a plastic sac. Position the patient with the injured side down. Immobilize the neck and back if injury is possible. Administer CPR if necessary. Medicine is a constantly changing science and not all therapies are clearly established.
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