Chest Tubes

Student Yasmin Valji discusses chest tube insertion and removal. After listening to this episode, learners will be able to: A) List the indications for chest tube insertion B) Describe the proper positioning and insertion technique for tube thoracostomy C) List the complications of chest tube insertion D) Describe the mechanism how the chest drainage system works E) Troubleshoot improperly functioning chest tubes F) Determine when a chest tube can be removed and describe proper removal technique