The nurse is caring for a patient who has a chest tube.Attached to the top of the patient's bed are two shodded hemostats.In which situations would these be used? (Select all that apply. )
A) To assess an air leak
B) To quickly empty or change disposable systems
C) To quickly seal off the lungs if the system becomes disconnected
D) To assess whether the patient is ready to have the chest tube removed
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