Asked by Courtney Brandel on Jun 21, 2024
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What does the expected role of the nurse include during chest tube removal?
A) Prepares an occlusive dressing.
B) Performs clipping of the sutures.
C) Provides support and assessment of the patient.
D) Removes the chest tube firmly and quickly.
Occlusive Dressing
A type of medical dressing designed to create a total seal around a wound to maintain a moist healing environment and prevent air and contaminants from entering.
Chest Tube Removal
The process of safely taking out a tube that was inserted into the space around the lungs to remove air, blood, or fluids, often after surgery or injury.
- Describe the nurse's roles and responsibilities during chest tube removal.
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krystyna hamiltonJun 27, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The nurse supports the patient physically and emotionally while the physician or an advanced practice nurse (APN)removes the dressing and clips the sutures.A physician or an APN prepares an occlusive dressing of petroleum gauze on a pressure dressing,sets it aside on a sterile field,and applies sterile gloves;removes the dressing and clips the sutures;and pulls out the chest tube.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the nurse's roles and responsibilities during chest tube removal.
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