Chest Drain Quiz

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Chest Quizzes & Trivia

This is to test your overall knowledge on management of chest drain


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Which of the following is NOT an indication for chest drain insertion?

    • A.

      Pneumothorax

    • B.

      Haemothorax

    • C.

      Cardiac tamponade

    • D.

      Empyema

    Correct Answer
    C. Cardiac tamponade
  • 2. 

    Which spinal level should lumbar puncture be attempted first?

    • A.

      L5-S1

    • B.

      L4-L5

    • C.

      L3-L4

    • D.

      L2-L3

    Correct Answer
    C. L3-L4
  • 3. 

    What is the appropriate size chest drain should you choose for traumatic haemo-pneumothorax?

    • A.

      12F

    • B.

      16F

    • C.

      28F

    • D.

      32F

    Correct Answer
    D. 32F
  • 4. 

    The following increases the risk of post lumbar puncture headache EXCEPT

    • A.

      LP needle with cutting bevel

    • B.

      IV normal saline

    • C.

      Dehydration

    • D.

      Standing upright

    Correct Answer
    B. IV normal saline
  • 5. 

    Which of the following is NOT the boundary of the safe triangle for chest drain insertion?

    • A.

      Mid-clavicular line

    • B.

      Mid-axillary line

    • C.

      Lateral border of pectoralis major

    • D.

      5th Rib

    Correct Answer
    A. Mid-clavicular line

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  • Feb 28, 2013
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    Tempura
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