When caring for clients with chest tubes, which of the following should the support worker never do?
A)Turn and reposition the client.
B)Raise the drainage system above chest level.
C)Keep connecting tubing coiled on the bed.
D)Observe chest drainage-this is the nurse's job.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Raising the drainage system above chest level can cause backflow of fluid into the client's chest, which can lead to complications such as pneumothorax. The other options are appropriate for supporting clients with chest tubes.

When Caring for Clients with Chest Tubes, Which of the Following