Author Question: All of the following are TRUE about a chest tube EXCEPT ________. A) it is a plastic tube ... (Read 52 times)

nelaaney · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

All of the following are TRUE about a chest tube EXCEPT ________.

A) it is a plastic tube inserted between the ribs
B) it can be attached to a ventilator to help the patient breathe
C) it removes accumulated air associated with a pneumothorax
D) it removes blood associated with a hemothorax

Question 2

Lymph in the lymphatic system follows a continuous, circular path like that of blood in the circulatory system.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

essyface1 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Explanation: A) This is a true statement.
B) Correct A chest tube can be attached to suction to remove air or blood, but never to a ventilator to help a patient breathe.
C) This is a true statement.
D) This is a true statement.

Answer to Question 2

FALSE
Explanation: The lymphatic system has a beginning point as lymphatic capillaries and an end point as lymphatic ducts that empty into large veins in the neck.