Exam Preview for 1529: Chest Tubes: Closed Drainage Systems April 2

Chest Tubes: Closed Drainage Systems

Please note: exam questions are subject to change.

1. What are some indications for the use of a closed drainage chest tube system? Pneumothorax Hemothorax Pleural effusion All of the above
2. Which of the following is a type of closed suction drainage system? Dry suction with water seal Water seal with one way valve One way valve with no suction Wet suction only
3. What is one function of the water seal chamber? Allows water seal movements during inspiration Allows fluid into the pleural space Prevents air from entering the pleural or mediastinum during inhalation Allows positive pressure to escape out of the lungs
4. What suction pressure is often recommended for use with adults? -20 cmh20 -30 cmh20 -40 cmh20 -50 cmh20
5. For a pneumothorax, the recommended location for chest tube insertion is: 8th intercostal space along the posterior axillary line 5th intercostal space along the anterior axillary line 7th intercostal space along the posterior axillary line 1st intercostal space along the anterior axillary line