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    PN Comprehensive Predictor PN 2020 Proctored Exam
    Select All That Apply

    A nurse is assisting in the care of a newly admitted client. Exhibits Which of the following findings should the nurse report immediately to the provider? Select all that apply.

    Explanation & Rationale

    b. Ensure the chest tube remains below the level of the client's chest. e. Reinforce loose dressing around the tube. When managing a chest tube, it is important for the nurse to ensure that the chest tube remains below the level of the client's chest¹. This helps to prevent air from entering the pleural space and allows for proper drainage of fluid. The nurse should also reinforce any loose dressing around the tube to maintain a secure seal¹.

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