Since chest tubes have been routinely used to drain the pleural space, particularly after lung surgery, the management of chest tubes is considered to be essential for the thoracic surgeon. The pleural drainage system requires effective drainage, suction, and water-sealing.
That means there are only two basic uses for the U.S. passport card; â¢ Driving between the U.S. and Canada, or between the US and Mexico, and. â¢ Taking a cruise from the U.S. to Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and/or many Caribbean island nations and back.
1 A Passport Card cannot be used for international travel by air. 2  U.S. Passport Cards are available as of July 14, 2008. 3  U.S. Passport Cards are issued by the U.S. Department of State. 4  Available only to U.S. citizens.