Nursing management of chest drains
Liz Allibone Nurse Teacher, Department of Nursing Development and Quality, Royal Brompton and Harefield NHS Trust, Royal Brompton Hospital, London
This article provides an overview of the essential physiology of the respiratory system to enhance understanding of the principles of intrapleural drainage. Indications for chest drain insertion, related signs and symptoms, potential complications and nursing responsibilities are discussed
Nursing Standard.
17, 22, 45-54.
doi: 10.7748/ns2003.02.17.22.45.c3346
Correspondence
e.allibone@rbh.nthames.nhs.uk
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