pulmonary disorders
How To Do Needle Thoracostomy
Equipment for Needle Thoracostomy
A 14- or 16-gauge needle (an over-the-needle catheter is best); 8-cm needles are more successful than 5-cm needles but increase the risk of injury to underlying structures Sterile gown, mask, gloves Cleansing solution such as 2%chlorhexidinesolution 