Chest Tubes Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
Explain Boyle’s law (law of gases)
A
When the volume of a container increases, the pressure decreases
When the volume of a container decreases, the pressure increases
2
Q
how much fluid is in the pleural space?
A
about 50cc
3
Q
What is the pressure of the pleural space on inspiration?
A
-8 cm inspriation
4
Q
What is the pressure of the pleural space on expiration?
A
-4cm on expiration
