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TerribleTobyt (RIP) · 03-06-2005, 19:21

ISTR from the lecture a large bore needle into the 7th ICS, mid-axillary line. Palpate the space, slide needle OVER the 7th rib (vice under the 6th rib). If done properly, the patient should express instant relief.

Is that correct, or am I remembering it wrong??

Toby-a chance to cut'sa chance to cure!!!!!!

03-06-2005, 19:21	#18
TerribleTobyt (RIP) Quiet Professional Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 178	300-F1 grad, winter '78 ISTR from the lecture a large bore needle into the 7th ICS, mid-axillary line. Palpate the space, slide needle OVER the 7th rib (vice under the 6th rib). If done properly, the patient should express instant relief. Is that correct, or am I remembering it wrong?? Toby-a chance to cut'sa chance to cure!!!!!! __________________ "Mistakes in combat are unpardonable sins, punishable by death." Joe Walker, 1-0, RT California
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