The nurse is caring for a client who has undergone surgery to drain a pancreatic pseudocyst with placement of a pancreatic drainage tube.Which nursing intervention prevents complications from this procedure?

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The nurse assesses the skin around the drainage tube for redness or skin irritation,which can be severe from leakage of pancreatic enzymes.The nurse applies a skin barrier such as Stomahesive around the drainage tube to prevent excoriation.A side-lying position may be more comfortable for the client.The drainage tube should not be clamped or irrigated without specific orders.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Has Undergone