Urgent Bite 110 - Considering needle length for decompression of a tension pneumothorax

If we have to decompress a tension pneumothorax with a cannula, we must ensure we use one that is the correct length.  

 

Check out this video from Dr Larry Mellick MD - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hiax6H5zUcs

 

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