A Nurse Is Caring for a School-Age Child with Left

question 29

Multiple Choice

A nurse is caring for a school-age child with left unilateral pneumonia and pleural effusion. A chest tube has been inserted to promote continuous closed chest drainage. Which interventions should the nurse implement when caring for this child? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Positioning child on the right side
• B) Assessing the chest tube and drainage device for correct settings
• C) Administering prescribed doses of analgesia
• D) Clamping the chest tube when child ambulates
• E) Monitoring for need of supplemental oxygen

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