Condition
Tension Pneumothorax
A one-page care plan for patients with Tension Pneumothorax, covering Purpose, Prevention & Protection, Expectations & Execution, Nutrition, Next Steps & Numbers, Consistency & Clarity, Indications and Lifestyle & Long-Term Success.
In this plan
Purpose, Prevention & Protection
- I understand this was a medical emergency requiring immediate treatment
- I understand pressure in my chest affected both lung and heart function
- I know my goal is full recovery and prevention of recurrence
- I avoid risk factors (smoking, lung injury, high-pressure activities)
- I bring updates on breathing and symptoms to visits
Expectations & Execution
5 points, for partners
Nutrition, Next Steps & Numbers
4 points, for partners
Consistency & Clarity
4 points, for partners
Indications
3 points, for partners
Lifestyle & Long-Term Success
4 points, for partners
When to call the office and when to call 911: for partners
See the full plan
Tension Pneumothorax is one of the plans included with a partnership. Partners read every plan in full, and print any of them for a patient.