The therapist is assessing a water seal and a collection chamber and observes bubbling in the water seal chamber. What should the therapist do at this time?

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The level of water in the suction control chamber determines the amount of negative pressure applied to the pleural space. Bubbling in the water seal chamber indicates ongoing air leaks, which are usually from the pleural space.

The Therapist Is Assessing a Water Seal and a Collection