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THORACENTESIS

Portion to watch: 2:00 to 6:30

FULL SUPPLIES

·       Thoracentesis kit

·       This should contain most of the necessary supplies

·       Antiseptic solution

·       4×4 Gauze

·       Sterile gloves and drapes

·       Lidocaine

·       10 ml syringe

·       22 and 25-gauge needles

·       18 or 20-gauge catheter

·       Thoracentesis needle

·       60 ml syringe

·       3-way stopcock

·       Sterile drainage tubing

·       Sterile occlusive dressing

·       Vacuum containers