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Insertion of intercostal drain, Seldinger technique: animated demonstrationHow to insert an intercostal (chest) drain using the Seldinger technique. Video demonstrates: how to identify a safe site for insertion; use of an introducer needle, guidewire, dilators, and intercostal drain; how to confirm drain position; and post-procedure care.
Venepuncture and phlebotomy animated demonstrationHow to take a venous blood sample from the antecubital fossa using a vacuum needle.
How to perform an ECG animated demonstrationHow to record an ECG. Demonstrates placement of chest and limb electrodes.
Pleural aspiration animated demonstrationVideo demonstrating how to perform a pleural aspiration
Insertion of intercostal drain, open technique: animated demonstrationHow to insert an intercostal (chest) drain using the open technique. Video demonstrates: tube selection, how to identify the site for drain insertion, how to make the correct incision, how to insert the intercostal drain, how to secure the drain, and post-procedure care.
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