The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with a Chest

question 3

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client with a chest tube after a coronary artery bypass graft.The drainage slows significantly.What action by the nurse is most important?

• A) Increase the setting on the suction.
• B) Notify the provider immediately.
• C) Re-position the chest tube.
• D) Take the tubing apart to assess for clots.