Needle Decompression Flashcards
1
Q
what are the contra indications for a needle decompression
A
tension pnuemorthax is no life threatening
2
Q
what is the process of a needle decompression
A
landmark sterilise remove flashback chamber attack 10ml syringe with 3ml of water insert cannula, observe for bubbles withdraw needle secure in stiu
3
Q
what is the equipment needed
A
14g cannula
10ml syringe
4
Q
how to landmark for a needle decompression
A
from the sternal notch
palpate down the angle of louis (find the angle of louis)
palpate the clavical to ensure insertion and the mid clavicual
5
Q
what are the indications for needle decompression
A
signs, symptoms and clinical suspicion of tension pneumothorax tracheal deveation hyperinflated one side of the chest absent breath sounds hyperresonance cardiovascular compromsie
