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[Thoracic drainage].

Maria Avilés Serrano¹, Monica García Díaz, Elena Jiménez García

¹Hospital General de Móstoles, Madrid.

Revista De Enfermeria (Barcelona, Spain)

|August 10, 2007

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Area of Science:

Medicine
Nursing
Pulmonology

Context:

Pleural pathology frequently necessitates pleural drainage.
Thoracic drains manage air, fluid, or blood in the pleural space, impacting lung function.
Various thoracic tube models and drainage systems exist, with insertion sites varying by pathology.

Purpose:

To establish a procedural protocol for nurses managing patients with thoracic drains.
To provide a systematic and homogenous guide for nursing care related to pleural drainage.
To ensure nurses understand materials, maintenance, and techniques for successful catheter insertion, maintenance, and removal.

Summary:

The protocol details patient preparation, catheter insertion, and ongoing maintenance for thoracic drains.
It covers catheter removal and subsequent patient care, emphasizing proper punt/orifice care to prevent complications.
The protocol addresses the management of air, fluid, or blood in the pleural cavity via indwelling catheters.

Impact:

Aims to improve nursing practice and patient safety in pleural drainage management.
Facilitates standardized care, reducing the risk of potentially deadly complications.
Serves as essential reference material for healthcare professionals involved in thoracic drain procedures.