Collapsed lung

Question 1

Describe what causes lung collapse.

Answer 1

If significant air or fluid enters the pleural cavity, surface tension adhering the two pleura is broken so cavity becomes real space. (no longer potential space).

Question 2

What is a common cause of a collapsed lung?

Answer 2

puncture wound to the thorax. Air rushes into the pleural cavity

Question 3

What is the fancy name for collapsed lung?

Answer 3

Pneumothorax

Question 4

What is hydrothorax?

Answer 4

accumulation of fluid in the pleural cavity from pleural effusion.

Question 5

What is blood in the pleural cavity?

Answer 5

Haemothorax

Question 6

What removes fluid from the lung?

Answer 6

A chest drain. This will help the lung reinflate