Anatomy and Phys Flashcards
1
Q
Where do you insert needle for tension pneumothorax
A
2nd intercostal space
2
Q
Where do you insert a chest tube
A
4th intercostal space
3
Q
Where is the lower margin of the endotracheal tube on CXR
A
T4
4
Q
When placing needles and tubes between ribs where should they be
A
superior to rib margins
5
Q
What is the landmark for thoracentesis
A
T7 - T8
6
Q
What are the dimensions of lungs
A
2-4 cm above clavicle
6-8th rib on anterior
T10 on posterior
7
Q
What can cough be a symptom for
A
left-sided heart failure
8
Q
What are three types of cough
A
acute
subacute
chronic
9
Q
What is mucoid sputum
A
translucent, white or gray
10
Q
What is purulent sputum
A
yellow or green
11
Q
What is foul-smelling sputum indicative of
A
lung abscess
12
Q
What causes large volumes of purulent sputum
A
bronchiectasis or lung abscess
