What is the initial treatment for a suspected tension pneumothorax?

Needle Thoracentesis and Chest Tubes

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Biology, Science, Health, Medicine
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10th Grade - University
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Amelia Wright
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Oxygen therapy
Needle thoracentesis
Antibiotic administration
Chest tube insertion
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Where is the needle inserted during a needle thoracentesis?
First intercostal space
Second intercostal space
Third intercostal space
Fourth intercostal space
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What confirms the presence of a tension pneumothorax during the procedure?
Needle resistance
Blood coming out of the needle
Patient's immediate relief
A sudden escape of air from the needle
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is left in place after the needle is removed?
A gauze pad
A rubber tube
A plastic catheter
A metal rod
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Where should a chest tube be placed if equipment is available?
Fifth intercostal space
Fourth intercostal space
Third intercostal space
Second intercostal space
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