Pneumothrorax Flashcards
1
Q
WHo presents with pneumothoraz?
A
tall slim young men playing sport
Breathless sudden onset and pleuritic chest pain
2
Q
What causes pneumothorax?
A
Spontaneous
Trauma
Iatrogenic- biopsy, ventilation, central line insertion
Lung pathology
3
Q
How are pneumothorax managed if no SOB?
A
If no SOB and <2cm air none F/U 2-4 weeks
4
Q
How are pneumothorax managed if SOB
A
Aspiration and reassessment
5
Q
What is management of tension pneumothorax?
A
Bore cannula mid clav line 2nd intercostal space
6
Q
What is triangle for chest drains?
A
5th intercostal space Mid axilliary (latissimus dorsi) Ant axillary line (pec major)
