Chest Tube
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Explosions and Blast Injuries
www.cdc.govA chest X- ray is recommended for all exposed persons and a prophylactic chest tube (thoracostomy) is recommended before general anesthesia or air transport is indicated if blast lung is suspected.
Goals of Care Designation (GCD) Order
albertahealthservices.caons during the treatment of intercurrent illnesses. Examples include enteral tube feeding and parenteral hydration. Resuscitation . means the initial effort undertaken to reverse and stabilize an acute deterioration in a Patient’s vital signs. This may includ e chest compressions for pulselessness, mechanical ventilation, defibrillation,
Chest Tube and Drainage Management - - RN.org®
www.rn.orgThe chest tube should not be clamped during patient movement, ambulation, or during trips to other parts of the hospital. Clamping the chest tube blocks drainage, which could result in a tension pneumothorax or cardiac