A nurse should include which of these teaching points when planning discharge for a patient who has a T-tube following a cholecystectomy? Select all that apply.
A) Position the collecting device upright and above the surgical wound.
B) Report drainage of more than 500 mL per day to healthcare provider.
C) Primarily maintain a side-lying position to facilitate drainage.
D) Report skin redness or irritation in the drain site area.
E) Pin drainage tube to clothing to maintain slight traction on site.
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