Drains Flashcards
1
Q
When is a drain removed?
A
When nothing is coming out, or when contents are less than 30/50 ml in 24 hours
2
Q
how does an open passive drain work?
A
provides conduit
3
Q
examples of open passive drain
A
yates, penrose
4
Q
how does a closed passive drain work?
A
uses siphon effect of gravity and capillary action
5
Q
examples of closed passive drains?
A
NG tube, ventriculoperitineal shunt, chest tube
6
Q
how does a closed active drain work?
A
generates active suction
7
Q
examples of closed active drains?
A
redivac, minivac
8
Q
how does a t tube drain work?
A
decompresses bile duct to prevent stones
9
Q
name of drain often used post-breast surgery?
A
jackson-pratt
