Chest tubes Flashcards
1
Q
pneumothorax
A
air in the pleural space
2
Q
hemothorax
A
blood in the pleural space
3
Q
S&S of hemothorax
A
decreased or absent breath sounds, SOB, pain
4
Q
Empyema
A
puss or discharge in the pleural space
5
Q
Pleural effusion
A
build up of fluid within pleural space
6
Q
Thoracotomy
A
opening of the thoracic cavity
7
Q
bronchopleural fistula
A
occurs when fistula develops due to aspiration or things like it
8
Q
chylothorax
A
buildup of lymphatic fluid in the pleural space
9
Q
closed pneumothorax
A
movement of air between lungs and pleural space
10
Q
tension pneumothorax
A
air enters but cannot exit
11
Q
assessment of patient with chest tube priority
A
look at patient then tubing then chamber
12
Q
heimlich valve
A
used for patients with a small pneumothorax
