Abstract |
The Clagett open-window thoracostomy is performed to give patients with empyema improved quality of life and other outcomes. Adult health nurses care for patients undergoing this procedure preoperatively, postoperatively, and at home, and must consider several important issues to prevent serious complications and facilitate family care.
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Authors | D M Caretti |
Journal | Medsurg nursing : official journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses
(Medsurg Nurs)
Vol. 6
Issue 1
Pg. 18-23
(Feb 1997)
ISSN: 1092-0811 [Print] United States |
PMID | 9238964
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article, Review)
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Topics |
- Adult
- Empyema
(etiology, surgery)
- Humans
- Middle Aged
- Pneumonectomy
(adverse effects)
- Postoperative Care
- Preoperative Care
- Thoracostomy
(adverse effects, instrumentation, nursing)
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