Chest Tubes

<p>Student Yasmin Valji discusses chest tube insertion and removal. After listening to this episode, learners will be able to:</p> <p>A) List the indications for chest tube insertion</p> <p>B) Describe the proper positioning and insertion technique for tube thoracostomy</p> <p>C) List the complications of chest tube insertion</p> <p>D) Describe the mechanism how the chest drainage system works</p> <p>E) Troubleshoot improperly functioning chest tubes</p> <p>F) Determine when a chest tube can be removed and describe proper removal technique</p>