Chest Drain Insertion Guideline
Here is the chest drain insertion guideline put together by Leanne Hartnett and Tor Ercleve in 2009 Date implemented – 05/2009 Review date – due for review Author – Leanne Hartnett and Tor Ercleve
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Blunt Dissection Chest Drain (28Fg) Insertion Pack
Here is a breakdown of the contents of the new ICC packs that are currently being stocked in the ED. These packs contain all the necessary equipment needed for the insertion of a large bore (28Fg) ICC in the one pack…
CME: Traumatic Pneumothorax
Here is Fergus’ talk on traumatic pneumothorax management. Resources: BTS Pleural Disease Guidelines 2010: Management of spontaneous pneumothorax BTS Pleural Disease Guidelines 2010: Complete includes information on: investigation of a unilateral pleural effusion in adults management of spontaneous pneumothorax management of malignant…
CME: Pneumothorax Management
Here is Andy’s talk on pneumothorax management. Resources: Acland’s Video Atlas of Human Anatomy BTS Pleural Disease Guidelines 2010: Management of spontaneous pneumothorax BTS Pleural Disease Guidelines 2010: Complete includes information on: investigation of a unilateral pleural effusion in adults management of…
Policy for the insertion of a chest drain by a trainee in ED
This policy indicates the appropriate level of consultant supervision necessary for the insertion of a chest drain within SCGH ED, based on the individuals experience (as outlined below) Departmental Policy The insertion of a pleural drain is a key area…
CME: Pneumothorax Management
Here is Dan’s talk on pneumothorax management. Additional Resources from the British Thoracic Society Website: BTS Pleural Disease Guidelines 2010: Management of spontaneous pneumothorax BTS Pleural Disease Guidelines 2010: Complete includes information on: investigation of a unilateral pleural effusion in adults management…