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Chest Tube Placement for Possible Hemothorax

1. Introduction and Surgical Approach

  1. Draping
  2. Marking
  3. Local Anesthetic

2. Incision

3. Access to Pleural Space

4. Chest Tube Insertion

5. Secure Chest Tube

6. Dressing

7. Chest X-Ray to Confirm Placement