Which of the following will be required upon completion of any procedure in which the pleural cavity has been opened?
A) passive wound drain such as a Penrose
B) chest tube attached to a Pleur-evac system
C) active wound drain such as a Jackson-Pratt
D) compression dressing with Ace or tensor bandages

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Opening the pleural cavity creates the potential for the accumulation of air or fluid, which can cause lung collapse or compromise breathing function. Therefore, a chest tube attached to a Pleur-evac system is required to continuously drain any fluid or air that may accumulate in the pleural cavity after the procedure. Passive or active wound drains such as a Penrose or Jackson-Pratt may be used in some cases, but they are not specific to the pleural cavity and may not be sufficient to maintain lung function. A compression dressing with Ace or tensor bandages is not appropriate for this situation as it does not address the potential for air or fluid accumulation.

Which of the Following Will Be Required Upon Completion of Any