A Student Nurse Caring for a Patient with a Chest

A student nurse caring for a patient with a chest tube has been asked what equipment should be at the bedside to assess for an air leak.Which information indicates the student nurse has a correct understanding of the equipment needed?

A) Suction equipment wrapped in plastic to keep instrument clean
B) Hemostat covered with gauze to prevent penetration of the chest tube
C) Cup of water to place the end of the chest tube
D) Petroleum gauze to use as a dressing

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