The Patient with a Mediastinal Tube Placed 22 Hours Ago

question 4

Multiple Choice

The patient with a mediastinal tube placed 22 hours ago has produced 350 mL of drainage since insertion.Which action by the nurse would be most appropriate?

• A) Notify the health care provider of excessive bleeding.
• B) Document the drainage output in the patient record.
• C) Place extra dressings and tape over the insertion site.
• D) Clamp the mediastinal tube to test tolerance for removal.

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