Chest Injuries Flashcards
0
Q
What is a surfactant
A
Allows the lungs to move freely against the inner chest wall
1
Q
What are three kinds of pneumothorax
A
Open
Simple
Tension
2
Q
What is tension pneumothorax
A
–Results from significant air accumulation in the pleural space
–Increased pressure in the chest causes:
•Complete collapse of the unaffected lung
•Mediastinum to be pushed into the opposite pleural cavity
3
Q
What do you use for flail chests?
A
Bulky dressing
4
Q
What do you use for sucking chest wounds?
A
Occlusive dressing
