Multiple Choice
The client has a chest tube for a pneumothorax. While repositioning the client for an x-ray, the technician steps on the tubing and accidently pulls the chest tube out. The client's oxygen saturation drops and the pulse is 132/min; the nurse hears air leaking from the insertion site. What is the nurse's immediate action?
A) Apply an occlusive sterile dressing secured on 3 sides
B) Apply an occlusive sterile dressing secured on 4 sides
C) Assess lung sounds
D) Notify the health care provider (HCP)
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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