Od-027240 MWHC: Thoracic Trauma and Chest Tube Management FY20
This course is not active.
Type
On Demand
Credit
No
Description
This presentation reviews the clinical conditions that may require chest tube insertion. Role of the ... show more
This presentation reviews the clinical conditions that may require chest tube insertion. Role of the RN during chest tube insertion, care of the patient with a chest tube in place as well as process for chest tube removal.
show lessObjectives
- Discuss clinical conditions that may require chest tube insertion.
- Evaluate functionality of chest tube system in place.
- Demonstrate process for changing suction, water seal, and recording drainage for patients with chest tubes in place.
- Identify process for chest tube removal.
Fees
Free
Activity Director
Kelly Lesser
kelly.m.lesser@medstar.net
Activity Coordinators
Organization
MedStar Washington Hospital Center