Discussion Post
• Define pneumothorax.
• Define hemothorax.
• Define empyema.
• What is a chest tube? Describe 2 reasons for its use.
• What are the two sites used for inserting a chest tube?
• What is water-seal suction? What is the purpose?
• What are the nursing responsibilities for managing the care of a client who has a chest tube drainage system?
• What is the purpose of adding suction to the chest tube drainage system?
• What is an air leak?
The response should include a reference list. One-inch margins, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.