Complex Med Surg- Respiratory questions with correct answers

Chest tube insertion site monitoring - Answer check for pain, redness, infection & subcutaneous crepitus Chest tube bedside equipment - Answer occlusive dressing, sterile water, and two enclosed hemostat clamps. AT ALL TIMES Expected findings in a chest tube assessment - Answer gentle constant bubbling in the suction control chamber, rise and fall of water in the water seal chamber with inspiration and expiration, drainage system below chest and in upright position FIRST action when removing a chest tube is - Answer to place an occlusive dressing over the removal site How do you check placement of a chest tube? - Answer Obtain chest x-ray post procedure pH normal range - Answer 7.35-7.45 PaCo2 normal range - Answer 35-45 PaO2 normal range - Answer 80-100