Pneumothorax Flashcards

1
Q

define a pneumothorax

A

abnormal collection of air in the pleural space

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2
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patient characteristics that make a pneumothorax is more common

A
  • tall
  • thin
  • male
  • cannabis use
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3
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tension pneumothorax presentation

A
  • mediastinal shift

- atelectasis (lung collapse)

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4
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presentation of pneumothorax

A
  • pleuritic chest pain (acute onset)
  • SOB
  • tachycardia
  • hyperresonant percussion
  • reduced chest expansion
  • quiet breath sounds (Hamman’s sign)
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5
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diagnosis of pneumothorax

A
  • CXR (upright)

- CT

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6
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management

A

needle decompression in MCL of the 2nd or 3rd MCL on the side of the pneumothorax

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