10 Questions
What is the role of a chest tube?
To drain blood, fluid, or air around the lungs, heart, or esophagus
Which condition results in a collection of air in the pleura?
Pneumothorax
What characterizes normal pleural fluid?
Amount from 10 to 20 ml
What is a potential cause of transudate in the pleural space?
(heart failure, cirrhosis, hypoalbuminemia)
Where does the parietal pleura attach to?
Chest wall
During chest tube removal, the patient should be instructed to perform the Valsalva maneuver to prevent air from entering the pleural space
True
Clamping the chest tube during patient transfer can lead to a tension pneumothorax
True
When transferring a patient with a chest tube, one person should hold the chest tube while another keeps the drainage system under the body waist
True
Clamping the chest tube is safe during patient transfer to prevent air or fluid from escaping
False
The chest tube should be removed while the patient is exhaling and bearing down
False
Test your knowledge of chest tubes and the anatomy of the pleura with this quiz. Learn about the insertion and function of chest tubes, as well as the structure and function of the pleural membrane.
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