tension pneumothorax Flashcards
1
Q
immediate management if considering tension pneumonthorax
A
immediate needle decompression
2
Q
bloods taken in pneumothorax
A
FBC, U+Es
3
Q
needle decompression
A
larger adults - large bore cannula into 4/5th intercostal space anterior to midaxillary ;line
smaller adults - 2nd intercostal space mid clavicular line
both leave in place and insert chest tube
4
Q
referrals for pneumothorax
A
Discuss with senior member of the team
Contact critical care outreach team
Consider referral to Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
5
Q
when to refer pneumothorax to ICU
A
Patient requires ventilator support
Patient requires blood pressure support
Deterioration of blood gas following medical management
6
Q
future management of pneumothorax
A
review by respiratory team regarding future management
