A patient who is recovering from cardiovascular surgery is demonstrating chest tube output of greater than 100 mL per hour. Which nursing interventions are indicated?. Select all that apply.

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Chest tube output greater than 100 mL per hour may indicate a potential complication such as hemorrhage or hemothorax, and it is important to promptly report to the surgeon. Checking the hemoglobin and hematocrit levels will provide additional information regarding the patient's blood loss and need for further interventions such as blood transfusions. However, administering a blood transfusion is not indicated solely based on chest tube output, and notifying the family or connecting pacemaker wires are not relevant for this situation.

A Patient Who Is Recovering from Cardiovascular Surgery Is Demonstrating