Chest Tubes Simplified: Care, Complications, & NCLEX Must-Knows

Chest tubes can be life-saving—but only if managed correctly. This video helps you spot red flags, answer NCLEX questions, and deliver safe care with confidence. What You’ll Learn: - How chest tubes work and why they're used - Key parts: suction, water seal, and collection chambers - How to assess chest tube drainage system and respond to complications - What to do if the chest tube disconnects - Steps for safe chest tube removal Head to SimpleNursing's OFFICIAL website here: https://shorturl.at/2Uigo With memory tricks and test-taking tips, this lesson will help you master chest tube management for exams and clinical practice! 🔗 Helpful Links: NCLEX Practice Questions: https://simplenursing.com/nclex-practice-questions-review/?utm_content=chest_tubes_new_callouts_video&utm_source=youtube.com&utm_medium=referral Nursing Care Plans: https://simplenursing.com/nursing-care-plans/?utm_content=chest_tubes_new_callouts_video&utm_source=youtube.com&utm_medium=referral NCLEX Cheat Sheet: https://simplenursing.com/nclex-cram-sheet/?utm_content=chest_tubes_new_callouts_video&utm_source=youtube.com&utm_medium=referral 👍 Like this video if you find it useful, subscribe for more nursing tips and guides, and comment below with any questions or topics you'd like us to cover next! Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:19 Pleural Space & How Chest Tubes Work 01:25 Chest Tube Care 01:45 Suction Control Chamber 02:33 Water Seal Chamber 06:08 Collection Chamber & Blood in Chest Tubes 08:50 Stopped or Decreased Drainage 10:40 General Patient Assessment 13:33 Disconnection or Damage to Tubing 14:32 Chest Tube Removal 16:23 Conclusion Related Videos: Lab Values: https://youtu.be/N88MW2dBbjE More Nursing Resources: Official Website: https://shorturl.at/2Uigo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplenursing.com_/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@simplenursing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimpleNursing YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/simplenursing #NCLEX #ChestTubes #AirleakChamber #NursingStudents #CriticalCareNursing #RespiratoryNursing #ChestTubeCare #NursingManagement #NCLEXReview #clinicalskills #nursingexam #nursing #nursingstudent #nurses