Chest Tubes

4. The _____ _____ appears when suction is functioning properly.
7. Where do you fill the water seal chamber?
8. If the chest tube comes out and the patient has no prior leaks and is in no distress, cover the site with a _____ _____ and call the physician.
11. A _____ is caused by build up of blood in the pleural cavity.
13. A _____ is caused by build up of air in the pleural cavity.

1. How often, per policy, should the output on the chest tube machine be marked and documented? Every _____ hours.
2. The chest tube, vital signs, respiratory assessment, and pain should be assessed every _____ hours.
3. Do not tape or block the positive pressure relief valve because it helps prevent a _____ _____ if suction becomes blocked.
5. The high negativity relief valve helps vent excess air to _____ patient negativity.
6. Do not EVER _____ the chest tubing.
9. The water seal allows air to _____ and prevents re-entry of air into the cavity.
10. Imposed suction and level of water seal equals the patient _____.
12. A _____ must be obtained if tubes accidentally get disconnected, patient is in distress, or to check tube placement.
14. If the chest tube comes out and the patient is in distress, call a _____.