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A Patient Presents with a Left Chest Wall Intrapleural Drainage

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A patient presents with a left chest wall intrapleural drainage tube that is connected to a sealed collection system.Which of the following actions is MOST appropriate for the physical therapist treating the patient?


A) The physical therapist should hold therapy and activity until the intrapleural draining tube is removed by the physician.
B) The physical therapist is limited to assisting the patient with low-intensity range of motion exercise with lower extremities only.
C) The physical therapist is limited to assisting the patient with transfers only from bed to/from a chair or bedside commode.
D) The physical therapist may continue physical activities with the patient as tolerated with special attention to the collection system ensuring maintenance of seal.

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