Ppt on chest deformities
Chest Deformities Nursing
Presentation · PPTX
| # | Slide Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Title slide with topic overview |
| 2 | What Are Chest Deformities? - definition, epidemiology, key facts |
| 3 | Pectus Excavatum (Funnel Chest) - definition, causes, signs & symptoms |
| 4 | Other Deformities - Pectus Carinatum, Sternal Cleft, Poland Syndrome, Barrel Chest |
| 5 | Causes & Risk Factors - embryology, genetics, connective tissue disorders |
| 6 | Clinical Assessment & Diagnosis - nurse's physical exam + investigations (Haller Index, PFTs, Echo) |
| 7 | Non-Surgical Management - observation, bracing, physiotherapy, psychological support |
| 8 | Surgical Management - Nuss procedure vs. Ravitch procedure, indications & timing |
| 9 | Nursing Care & Post-op Management - pre-op, post-op, and complication monitoring |
| 10 | Patient & Family Education - discharge guidance, warning signs, follow-up |
| 11 | Quick Reference Summary Table - all deformities side by side |
| 12 | Key Takeaways - 7 numbered clinical pearls |