CHEST TUBE: PURPOSE AND PROCEDURE❗️✨🔊 | Nclex Gen

Bubbling can be observed in the water-seal chamber whenever air enters into the system. Certain types of bubbling can be normal, while others may indicate an issue. ❌ Intermittent bubbling that corresponds with respirations is normal. You may also see increased bubbling when a patient coughs. Continuous bubbling indicates an air leak. This can be due to a patient’s lung re-expanding from a pneumothorax or a leak in the chest tube system itself. So, how can you tell if the continuous bubbling is

Understanding GERD: Managing Acid Reflux Naturally Full Link: https://youtu.be/wVh2DqRffao?si=XpOgk4ol3MO6dHqn GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) is a chronic digestive condition where stomach acid frequently flows back into the esophagus, causing discomfort like heartburn and regurgitation. Left untreated, GERD can lead to more serious complications. But the good news is, with dietary changes, lifestyle adjustments, and natural remedies, you can manage GERD effectively! Learn how to identif

Chest Tube Basics

🌬️Feeling Random Chest Pain? It Could Be Costochondritis! 🌬️Ever felt a sudden, sharp pain in your chest when you breathe, cough, or twist your body? 💥 That surprising pain might be costochondritis—a common (and thankfully, usually harmless!) inflammation in the cartilage that connects your ribs to your breastbone. While it can feel alarming, it’s not heart-related, even if it’s near your heart. Costochondritis typically flares up from repeated chest strain, intense workouts, or even a rough