Asked by Katelyn Obanion on May 09, 2024
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A patient has just had a chest tube inserted to dry-seal suction drainage.Which is a correct nursing intervention for maintenance?
A) Keep the head of the bed flat for 6 hours.
B) Immobilize the patient's arm on the affected side.
C) Keep the drainage system lower than the insertion site.
D) Drain condensation into the humidifier when it collects in the tubing.
Dry-Seal Suction Drainage
A medical system used to remove air, fluids, and pus from the body by applying controlled negative pressure.
Chest Tube
A flexible plastic tube inserted through the chest wall into the pleural space to remove air, blood, or fluid, helping the lung to re-expand.
- Carry out immediate nursing interventions for chest drainage systems that are either disconnected or compromised.
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Sebastian Del BastoMay 14, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Keeping the drainage system below the insertion site ensures that the drainage can flow out of the chest and prevents any backflow or infection. Option A is incorrect because it's essential to elevate the head of the bed to promote lung expansion. Option B is incorrect as there is no requirement for immobilizing the arm on the affected side. Option D is incorrect because draining condensation into the humidifier can cause contamination of the drainage system.
Learning Objectives
- Carry out immediate nursing interventions for chest drainage systems that are either disconnected or compromised.
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