The nurse is preparing to assist with the removal of Mrs.Charles's chest tube.Which of the following actions following removal is appropriate considering there is no purse-string suture?

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Applying an occlusive dressing to the site will help prevent air or bacteria from entering and potentially causing air or fluid accumulation. Leaving the site open to air or applying a non-adherent gauze dressing would not provide adequate protection. Providing suture material is not necessary since there is no purse-string suture.

The Nurse Is Preparing to Assist with the Removal of Mrs.Charles's