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Nursing care plan for closed thoracotomy tube?
nursing care plan for thoracotomy
Where is a thoracotomy incision made?
on the side, under the arm (axillary thoracotomy); on the front, through the breastbone (median sternotomy); slanting from the back to the side (posterolateral thoracotomy); or under the breast
For what reasons is an emergency thoracotomy performed?
to control injury-related bleeding from the heart, cardiac compressions to restore a normal heart rhythm, or to relieve pressure on the heart caused by cardiac tamponade
What is the accented syllable for thoracotomy?
Thor
What is the ICD-9CM code for thoracotomy with total lobectomy of the left lung?
Thoracotomy is the approach used and is not coded. Code for lobectomy, lung, complete, other is 32.49
What purpose does thoracotomy serve?
Thoracotomy, or surgical incision of the chest wall, is used primarily as a diagnostic tool when other procedures have failed to provide adequate diagnostic information.
A situation that allows alternative interpretations or room for unkown risks?
emergency
What is a surgical incision into the chest walls to open the pleural cavity?
Thoracotomy
What procedure is used if cardiopulmonary bypass is not employed?
the procedure is called an off-pump MIDCAB. The surgeon performs an alternative incision (rather than a midline sternotomy), typically a left anterior thoracotomy . The left internal mammary artery is dissected from the left chest wall.
Who offers roadside emergency?
The most common alternative when it comes to roadside emergency is somewhat bare bones compared to onstar. This is simply use of AAA emergency service. However, they do charge a similar membership fee.
Can someone be allergic to epinephrine, and if so, what alternative treatments are available for them in emergency situations?
Yes, it is possible for someone to be allergic to epinephrine. In emergency situations, alternative treatments for those allergic to epinephrine may include antihistamines, corticosteroids, and other medications to manage allergic reactions. It is important for individuals with known allergies to epinephrine to discuss alternative treatment options with their healthcare provider.
Could thoracostomy be called an incision into a vessel for placement of a catheter?
No, a thoracotomy is incision in the chest for surgery
